Attic Ventilation

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How to Troubleshoot and Replace an Attic Exhaust Fan

Good airflow improves energy efficiency.

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Attic Fan Installation

Slash your cooling bills in a few easy steps.

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Installing a Gable Vent Step by Step

A gable vent is an important part of the heating and cooling of your home. Without it, you could be wasting a lot of money.

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4 Attic Fan Options to Consider Now

Ventilate your home with one of these fans for your attic.

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Attic/Roof Ventilation - Installing a Ridge Vent

Considering a ridge vent? Here's why they're useful and how to install one.

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5 Steps to Installing an Attic Gable Fan

Cut cooling and heating costs with an attic fan.

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Installing a Gable Vent Fan: 3 Tips

You can install one in your attic.

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Solar Attic Fan: Year-Round Solution?

They're a cost-effective way to moderate temperature.

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Understanding Attic Ventilation

Why would you want to let cold air into your attic? Find out here.

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Soffit Vents

Think your attic is properly ventilated? Not without soffit vents, it's not.

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How to Install a Solar Powered Gable Vent

Adding a solar-powered gable vent? Install it right.

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Choosing an Attic Exhaust Vent

Overwhelmed by attic ventilation options?

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How Power Sidewall Roof Ventilation Works

Roof ventilation is the answer to high heat in your attic.

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Breather Vents vs. Power Sidewall Roof Ventilation

Not sure how best to ventilate your roof? You are now.

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How a Whole House Fan Works

Don't lose your cool over the cost of climate control.

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Installing a Roof Vent

Managing moisture can prevent your beams from rotting.

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Troubleshooting a Soffit Vent Exhaust

What to look for if your attic doesn't vent properly.

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The Advantages of Gable Vent Fans

Attics can get really hot so cool it with a gable vent fan.

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Installing Attic Ventilation

Confused about attic ventilation? Let's sort it all out.

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Choosing the Best Attic Fan for You

Looking for a way to cool your attic?

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Ridge Vents for Proper Attic Ventilation

Wondering what type of attic exhaust vent to use?

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How to Install a Whole-House Fan

Ready to cut cooling costs? Install a whole-house fan.

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Vents for Removing Moisture from a Leaking Roof

Attic ventilation can prevent your roof from leaking.

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Tips for Preventing Attic Ventilation Problems

Make your attic more energy-efficient with good ventilation.

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Roof Leak Detection

Think all leaks are obvious? They're not.

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How to Install a Gable Vent Fan

Want to install your gable vent fan without a hitch?

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How an Attic Gable Fan Works

Tired of your stuffy attic costing a fortune to cool?

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Benefits of an Attic Gable Fan

How can a gable fan help you? Let's count the ways.

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How to Install Pull Down Attic Stairs

Finding it hard to reach the attic? Install some new stairs.

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How to Frame an Attic Door

Is your attic door a little off-center? Make it fit right.

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Build a Gable Louver Vent

Does your attic lack sufficient ventilation?

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How to Install Vinyl Gable Vents

Adding ventilation to improve air circulation of the attic.

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How Many Soffit Vents Are Necessary?

How many soffit vents to buy? Here's how to figure that out.

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How Does Soffit Venting Work?

The benefits of properly venting your attic.

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Attic Venting Options

Different vent types for proper attic air circulation.

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How to Wire an Attic Exhaust Fan

Vents alone can't cool your attic? Try an attic fan.

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How to Install Round Soffit Vents

Putting in new soffit vents? Here's how to go about it.

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How to Install and Replace Attic Door Springs

Attic door getting creaky or squeaky? Here's how to keep the springs in shape.

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How to Replace an Attic Fan Motor

Is your attic fan busted? Try repairing it!

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How to Test an Attic Fan Motor

Is your attic fan broken? Find out with these tips.

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8 Benefits of a Whole House Fan

Consider a whole house fan to cool your house.

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Ridge Vent vs. Attic Fan for Attic Ventilation

Attic fan or a ridge vent? It depends on your situation.

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How to Replace a Gable Vent

The tricky part is reaching it safely.

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Gable Vent Installation Mistakes to Avoid

Don't make these mistakes while installing a gable vent.