How To Screen Roof Vents
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Continuous or individual soffits. Climb into the attic. Moisture can enter the crawl space from the soil or through the foundation wall from the surrounding landscape. Taking advantage of this natural process referred to as passive ventilation is the most common way to vent an attic.
Roof vent cover from start to finish. Hot air exhaust vents located at the peak of the roof allow hot air to escape. Roof and crawl space vents are required by most building codes. It can also enter the attic space if you have a roof leak.
They are easy to install under the roof s overhang which is known as the soffit are generally hidden from sight and provide excellent protection from weather outdoor debris and pests while still allowing air to flow into the attic.