For our project we have a flat pitched roof so a flush mount unit.
How to install a solar roof fan.
The separate units for collection ventilation and.
Natural light solar attic fans were designed to be leak proof and maintenance free.
A solar attic fan is well suited for gable ventilation.
Cut shingles along circular outline.
A one piece unit like the one in the figure costs around 300 and is easy to install.
Installation requires basic diy skills including using a reciprocating saw to cut a hole in your roof.
Install roof brackets and fall arrest system to roof.
Many houses are constructed with 14 5 between rafters allowing room for the fans.
The most crucial part of the installation is attaching and sealing the flashing on the roof to ensure a weather tight seal.
A few hours of sweating it out in the attic should finish the job if planned properly.
In attic mark location of solar powered vent between two roof rafters.
A properly designed solar attic vent fan can remove a lot of air over the course of a day cooling your house in the process.
Be sure not to cut or damage any rafters during installation as it will compromise.
Drive nail through center of vent location.
The installs gable fan roof mount adjustable tilt fan.
Scribe outline of vent s flashing on roof using homemade dowel compass.
How to install a solar powered attic fan step 1.
Installation of your solar powered attic fan is a project of moderate difficulty.
Attic fans are best placed facing due south.
Remington solar attic fans have a lifetime limited warranty and are an easy solar attic fan to install.
One piece units and distributed units.