If you are looking for ways to reduce heat in your home by adding insulation, a radiant barrier or fans, hold off – there’s a better way. Homeowners tend to think that by cooling down the attic, the ...

A typical attic fan installation costs $624, but homeowners can expect to spend between $369 and $913. The type of fan and related materials, labor rates, and the attic size are some of the main ...

A well-ventilated attic can help prevent problems associated with excessive heat and moisture buildup. This requires continuous air circulation in the attic, exchanging overheated and moisture-ridden ...

Why is attic ventilation such a big deal? You hear the Guys talk about it incessantly, especially this time of year. Most often, in the Midwest, the attic is considered unconditioned space, meaning ...

Q. I live in a 100-year-old house in Atlanta - a very hot and humid climate. I am getting ready to re-roof, and each roofer I have gotten a bid from has suggested different exhaust vent options, even ...

For many years, passive was regarded as the poorer of the two styles of attic ventilation. If you wanted good ventilation it was a given that you would install a powered attic fan. While this may ...

Does lowering your utility bill, improving your home's comfort, cutting down on moisture and mildew, preventing an ice dam or a roof leak and extending the life of your roof sound appealing? Suppose ...

Q. I would be interested to hear your opinion on attic fans. Are they worth installing or just a waste of time and money? A. I’m not a big fan of attic fans. These ventilation fans are usually mounted ...

When asked to identify the three most important things a good HVAC contractor should know, the powered attic ventilator (PAV) comes to mind. In addition to sizing equipment using a load calculation ...

One of the most effective and affordable places to make your home more comfortable and efficient is probably hanging right over your head. “Chalk it up to being out of sight and out of mind, but the ...