Installing A Power Attic Fan

Install roof brackets and fall arrest system to roof.

Installing a power attic fan.

However the utility of attic ventilation fans is actually quite a controversial topic. To install an attic fan over a gable vent in your attic trace the body of the fan onto a piece of plywood that s wide enough to mount on the studs on each side of the vent. Discover the difference between a attic fan and a whole house fan. Then we unbox and install an attic fan.

Then cut out the circle with a reciprocating saw and mount the fan over the cutout using a drill. Whole house fans tend to have higher overall costs than attic ventilation fans. Test the wires to ensure the power is off. A humidistat equipped fan is a good choice for controlling excess attic humidity during the colder months.

Drive nail through center of vent location. Pricing for attic fan installation varies depending on fan type and its location. Good insulation reduces fan effectiveness. When working with electricity always.

On average labor costs run between 100 300 and the fan itself may range from as little as 50 to more than 500. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to keep your attic cool with a fan activated by the sun. You also want a fan that s appropriate for the square footage of your attic space by checking the manufacturer s specifications. Turn off electricity at the main fuse box or circuit breaker box that controls the power to the fixture or the room you re working on.

The downside of attic ventilation fans. In attic mark location of solar powered vent between two roof rafters.