Powered Attic Fan Installation

What This Service Involves

Some attics, especially those with long low-slope runs or minimal ridge length, simply don't get enough natural draw to stay dry in our humid climate. A powered attic fan mechanically pulls that damp, hot air out and, with a humidistat, kicks on precisely when attic moisture climbs during our wet months. We size the fan to the attic volume and, just as importantly, verify there is enough soffit intake so the fan doesn't pull conditioned air from the house instead. Proper wiring, a quality motor, and correct controls make the difference between a fan that helps and one that fights your HVAC. Installed and balanced right, it's a targeted fix for attics that stay stuffy and damp.

Benefits

Forces airflow where passive vents fall short; humidistat control targets our wet-season moisture directly; sizable exhaust volume for large or low-slope attics; cools superheated attics on rare hot days; protects sheathing and insulation from lingering dampness

Our Process

1) Assess attic volume and confirm adequate soffit intake; 2) Select fan capacity and mounting location; 3) Cut, mount, and flash the fan unit on the roof; 4) Wire the fan and set thermostat and humidistat controls

What Affects the Cost

Attic size and required fan capacity; motor quality and control type chosen; electrical run and wiring complexity; whether intake must be enlarged to feed the fan; flashing and mounting labor

Best Time of Year

Installing before summer heat and fall humidity means the fan is ready for both the warm and damp stresses ahead.