Installing A Power Attic Fan

Turn off electricity at the main fuse box or circuit breaker box that controls the power to the fixture or the room you re working on.

Installing a power attic fan.

You also want a fan that s appropriate for the square footage of your attic space by checking the manufacturer s specifications. A humidistat equipped fan is a good choice for controlling excess attic humidity during the colder months. Cool attic cx1500ups power gable mount ventilator. Attic ventilation fans whether hard wired or powered by their own solar panels seem like a low cost and effective way to help keep your house cool.

In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to keep your attic cool with a fan activated by the sun. Pricing for attic fan installation varies depending on fan type and its location. Discover the difference between a attic fan and a whole house fan. When working with electricity always.

Drive nail through center of vent location. On average labor costs run between 100 300 and the fan itself may range from as little as 50 to more than 500. Then we unbox and install an attic fan. However the utility of attic ventilation fans is actually quite a controversial topic.

Then cut out the circle with a reciprocating saw and mount the fan over the cutout using a drill. Install roof brackets and fall arrest system to roof. Attic ventilation fans are also available with humidistats as well as thermostats. The downside of attic ventilation fans.

Test the wires to ensure the power is off. Whole house fans tend to have higher overall costs than attic ventilation fans.