Attic vent fans are not considered to be a replacement to a traditional air conditioner, but rather a supplement that can help reduce the work your AC has to do and thus cut your energy bills. Installing an attic vent fan can be a great option for people who already have a functioning AC but who want to boost its cooling power.
Why Installing an Attic Vent Fan Cuts Your Energy Costs
The temperature in your attic can reach an intense 150 degrees during hot summer days. This obviously has an impact on how hard the AC has to work to cool the rest of your house. When the thermostat of the attic fan reaches a certain temperature, the fan kicks on and begins to cool the attic so that the AC can cool the rest of the house more efficiently.
Attic vent fans are installed by cutting a vent in the side of your home. When the fan is installed, it works by pulling in cooler air from outside and pushing out hot air from the attic. It is VERY IMPORTANT to have an experienced professional install your attic vent fan because an improperly vented and insulated fan can do more harm than good. Your installer should also check that the attic soffit vents are blocked and that the attic is properly sealed off from the rest of the home. Energy Star gives some tips for insulation and sealing strategies that you can use as well.
If you’d like a free estimate for installing an attic vent fan, contact Dan at 720.876.7166 or [email protected].
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Don’t have an air conditioner already installed? Think about installing a whole house fan instead. Stay tuned for information on whole house fans on next week’s blog.
