Connecting Attic Vents

In the attic tap into a conveniently located vent pipe.

Connecting attic vents. Try to keep it close to the fan location. Soffit vents are one of the most popular intake vent styles. Screw holes through both flanges. With the help of an assistant raise the vent up to the soffit and center it over the cutout slot.

From up on the roof use a jigsaw or reciprocating saw to cut a 4 in. To avoid rotting wood clumping insulation and mold your attic needs to be properly ventilated. Photo by merle henkenius. Start in the attic and drill a hole through the roof in the desired vent location.

How to check attic ventilation. Leave the drill bit sticking through the roof so you can find the hole. 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. Moreover if you have asphalt shingles on the roof attic.

Use no hub fittings to connect a pvc fitting to cast iron or abs pipe. Space the holes 12 to 14 in. Attic ventilation works on the principle that heated air naturally rises primarily utilizing two types of vents. Continuous or individual soffits.