Comments on: How Can Exhausting Your Attic Save You Money?

By: Sandeep@roofer

Sandeep@roofer — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 02:00:59 +0000

hi mate
So you mean to say that the solar exhaust fan is the right solution to protect your roof in summer and winters. I have one problem, the sun facing roof is covered with trees. So do u suggest me to install the exhaust on the other side and if installing exhaust on the other side will it be effective ? Please suggest..

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By: roofing company

roofing company — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 12:05:28 +0000

Technology is often at its best when it’s invisible. That’s why we’re so keen on these solar roof tiles that can be laid in by any tiler to fit neatly into any standard pitched roof. Here’s a UK company offering them and an old story we spotted on the BBC about a guy generating so [...]

By: Jack

Jack — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 13:49:39 +0000

Great post. I had the snow melting water damage situation happen in my first house and it was such a pain.

By: Green Talk

Green Talk — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 20:22:10 +0000

Loretta, the exhaust fan does run in the winter because it is solar. However, your attic needed to be properly insulated so heat does not escape into the attic. Attics are supposed to be really cold. Mine is a freezer. Take a look at my articles how to winterize your house. (http://www.green-talk.com/2007.....our-attic/)

Since I don’t know how your house is constructed, it might be best to call the technical department of the company who manufacturers the fans and explain about your house. I gave you a link in the article of the company. Let me know what they say. If you have any trouble, then get back in touch with me. Anna

By: Loretta

Loretta — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 15:25:11 +0000

I live in a manufactured home. Does the attic exhaust fan suppose to run continuously, even in the winter when it gets down below freezing? Wouldn’t that make my furnace run more?

By: Anna Martin

Anna Martin — Wed, 10 Oct 2007 05:30:58 +0000

Thank you so much for the advice. I’ve talked to my hubby about the project and he’s keen to have this done. We will already be up in the attic adding new insulation anyway, so since we’re already up there anyway, why not!? I didn’t mention that I live in Canada! So, I’ll call solar tube to ask where they distribute. Its sounds as though it might be worth having someone install it, if its only $90.00 more or so.
Thank you so much for your help.

By: Green Talk

Green Talk — Wed, 10 Oct 2007 00:45:48 +0000

Anna, I really can’t tell you because I did not install them myself. Do you already have an exhaust fan in your roof?

There are no wires so you basically remove some of the tiles and cut through the plywood of the roof. You must caulk around the exhaust fan to make sure no water leaks into the attic.

You could also call a distributor in your area and find out how much the cost of the solar star and installation. It may not be as expensive as you think. Go to the Solar Tube site and put in your zip code for finding a dealer. Take for example, brighter concepts who installs solar star exhaust in the Illinois area. You can get a DIY kit for $410 or have it installed same day at $500. I am not sure if this current prices. See http://www.solatube.net/prices.shtml. Also call customer service of solar tube and ask them how difficult it is to install. It is only supposed to take 30 mins to install.

In addition solar tube sells a gable fan with a separate solar panel. This may be easier to install.

Let me know what you decide to do.