Access To Attic From Gable End

Now you can have the convenience of a attic vent that opens and closes easily for access into the attic space.

Access to attic from gable end.

Wood frame homes traditionally had either gable end vents in end walls or roof vents combined with soffit vents to allow attic ventilation. Ask question asked 3 years ago. This makes the install process easy. Intake vents located at the lowest part of the roof under the eaves allow cool air to enter the attic.

In this video i show how to build a splash guard out of aluminum for a gable end vent to stop wind driven rain or snow from getting into your attic. After i take off the aluminum soffit cover will i have access to the attic. Designed to look like a regular attic vent with no exposed latch or lock. When our insulation contractor couldn t find an access in the usual places they created an access by cutting a big hole in the ceiling drywall.

I want to install a camera flood light under the soffit on the gable end of the house. Soffit to attic access on gable end. Viewed 754 times 0. Today many builders are leaving gable end vents off their homes and are instead relying on ridge vents only.

Hinged gable vents we can manufacture any size rectangle square or octagon vent hinged for attic access. Active 3 years ago. You will be the only one who knows that it even opens. To learn more see our blog post what is the building code requirement for an attic access hatch scuttle or door.

Arch top octagon and doghouse shaped units can also be hinged. Note the location of red arrow in below pic. Make sure your insulation contractor knows your attic access is in the gable wall. Hot air exhaust vents located at the peak of the roof allow hot air to escape.

Any questions call 208 589 4020 for details. These vents allow for a cross breeze through your attic blowing out the warm air and replacing it with cooler less humid air.