Venting A Standing Metal Roof Peak

Using the tape measure determine the size of the cut into the roof that will be necessary to insert the vent into the space.

Venting a standing metal roof peak.

Record those measurements on a notepad. Based on asc s similarly effective ridge venting solution this system avoids the use of secondary roof surface venting products which penetrate the roof plane and create unnecessary penetrations into the metal roofing. Airflow enters through soffit vents and flows upward through each rafter space until it reaches the roof peak. Selecting metal roof and wall panels is a strategic investment for the life of a building.

For a finished attic venting is a little more complicated but it s still essential. Products like box vents louver vents and turbine vents. Read on for more. To protect their investment it is key that your customers ensure the proper ventilation system is installed.

Please recommend a vent system without cutting holes in the metal roof there are several options available to provide ventilation to your attic without cutting holes in your metal roof including gable vents and a vented ridge. Bjorn asks i have a new house with a metal roof and without a ridge vent. Optimal air movement not only promotes temperature regulation and energy efficiency but also reduces the risk of moisture related issues like condensation build up. The other option of course is a vented attic which requires an equal balance of intake and exhaust vents.

In many cases for existing homes this is the easier way to go. Asc building products has introduced a vented peak metal roof flashing to address the need for a clean reliable uphill venting solution on the shed style roofs. Measure the body of the vent.