The Real Cost of Skipping Attic Cleaning for Years
It’s no secret that the average person doesn’t clean their attic as frequently as they clean other parts of their home, which is why many homeowners turn to trusted professionals like Attic…
Attic Projects offers professional gable fan installation for Seattle homeowners seeking improved attic ventilation and energy efficiency. As Seattle’s trusted attic and crawl space contractor, we install high-quality gable fans that reduce heat buildup and moisture problems in your attic.
Our in-house inspectors will provide you a detailed inspection report so we understand exactly what needs to be done, to take you where you want to be. Make sense?
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A whole-house fan is mounted between your living space and your attic, relying on open windows to pull fresh air into your home. It cools the main living areas, forcing hot, stale air through your attic and out of your house through the roof vents. This fan is useful in cooling your living space directly.
On the other hand, a gable fan is mounted in your exterior attic wall, drawing fresh air into your attic and forcing stale air back out. It reduces the buildup of attic heat that can adversely affect indoor cooling, but it does not directly cool your living area.
A roof fan is mounted, drawing hot air out of the attic. Like gable fans, a roof fan will not directly affect the temperature in your living space.
To find out which fan best suits your purposes, contact our team today for a free inspection.
Unlike a whole-house fan, a gable fan is used in the concentrated, compact area of your attic to regulate a small amount of air. They are used to keep your attic cool and dry, whereas a whole-house fan is typically used in a drier climate and are mostly beneficial in the summer. Gable fans, on the other hand, are useful all year, as they can also be used to prevent ice damage from occurring in the middle of winter.
Roof-mounted fans are another popular choice for attics, but they are not the same as a gable fan. A roof-mounted fan is installed over a vent in the roof and covers less area than a gable fan. These help lower the temperature of the attic, but won’t keep your attic as cool as a gable fan.
A gable fan increases ventilation and cools your attic space. This is effective for lowering humidity levels. As you consistently use your gable fan, humidity and condensation are less likely to be present in the attic.
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Although Seattle has more moderate temperatures, air quality can still be a concern, especially regarding mold, mildew, and bacterial contaminants that thrive in a hot and humid attic. These particles create health hazards for everyone in your household, but the cooler atmosphere that a gable fan creates will result in a less friendly atmosphere for these contaminants.
As moisture gets absorbed by the wood beams and panels in your attic, the wood will become saturated. In addition to destroying the wood’s quality, this moisture accumulation will affect the underside of your roofing materials.
You can reduce your need for roof repairs by installing a gable fan with Attic Projects. The increased ventilation will keep your attic and the roof’s structure cool and dry.
In the summer, the sun heats your home’s roof, multiplying the heat inside your attic. Eventually, that heat will seep into your home’s living spaces, putting more burden on your HVAC system. Installing a gable fan keeps your attic temperature moderate all year long.
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The team from Attic Projects Seattle will provide a precise and firm fit for your new gable fan. Once we seal the fan in place, you can trust that it will protect your attic from external threats. Rather than risking electrical shorts or home fires, let us provide expert installation.
Attic Projects can help determine whether you need a gable fan installed in your attic. We’ll provide a free inspection that will determine your needs for ventilation. To request your free, no-obligation attic inspection, contact us today at (425) 448-4724 or schedule your free inspection online.


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