Gable Vents
FAQs
Gable vent services improve attic airflow by allowing hot, moist air to escape through the gable ends of your roof, helping regulate temperature and protect your home’s structure. Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions.
Gable vents are passive ventilation openings installed on the gable ends of a home-the triangular section of wall between the edges of a sloped roof. They allow air to flow in and out of the attic, helping to regulate temperature and moisture levels in the attic.
- Allow hot air to escape in the summer keeping temperatures lower.
- Allow fresh air to enter and prevent moisture buildup year-round.
- Often used in combination with other vent types(like soffit or ridge vents) to improve overall attic ventilation.
- On the exterior wall of the attic at the peak of the roof (gable end).
- Typically placed on both ends of the attic for cross-ventilation.
- Common materials used for Gable Vents are wood, metal, vinyl, or plastic.
- The most common style are rectangular, triangular, round, arched, or decorative louvered.
- Gable vents are a simple and cost-effective solution to attic ventilation.
- There is no electricity needed as it uses passive energy.
- They are easy to install, especially during new construction or re-siding of a home.