Attic Fan Louvres ?

Feb 04, 2009 1 Replies

Hello,



Regarding the exhaust attic fans one would put in the end of an attic in a Colonial style house:



I see many of them have louvres that open automatically when there is an air flow thru them.



Why would one want louvres at all ?



The only reason I can see is to keep (some of) the rain off the electric fan motor.



Is there any other reason ?



Sure seems like it would be better to have a constant air flow thru them in the winter, e.g., when the fan is not working.



What am I missing here ?



Thanks, Bob


You are comparing gable mounted attic ventilators (no shutter), with whole house gable mounted fans, which are considerably larger and move much more air

>

Join the Discussion

Have something to add? Share your thoughts — no account required.

Didn't find your answer?

Ask the community — no account required