Access To Attic From Gable End

These vents allow for a cross breeze through your attic blowing out the warm air and replacing it with cooler less humid air.

Access to attic from gable end.

To learn more see our blog post what is the building code requirement for an attic access hatch scuttle or door. Any questions call 208 589 4020 for details. Soffit to attic access on gable end. Viewed 754 times 0.

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. Hinged gable vents we can manufacture any size rectangle square or octagon vent hinged for attic access. Note the location of red arrow in below pic. Ask question asked 3 years ago.

Our hinged gable vents come pre hung in a solid and durable frame. After i take off the aluminum soffit cover will i have access to the attic. Also the minimum size opening that is considered accessible is 22 x 30 and a small gable end vent like the one shown below is only good for sticking your head in and looking around. Make sure your insulation contractor knows your attic access is in the gable wall.

Now you can have the convenience of a attic vent that opens and closes easily for access into the attic space. Active 3 years ago. I want to install a camera flood light under the soffit on the gable end of the house. Today many builders are leaving gable end vents off their homes and are instead relying on ridge vents only.

Wood frame homes traditionally had either gable end vents in end walls or roof vents combined with soffit vents to allow attic ventilation. Hot air exhaust vents located at the peak of the roof allow hot air to escape. Intake vents located at the lowest part of the roof under the eaves allow cool air to enter the attic. This makes the install process easy.

Designed to look like a regular attic vent with no exposed latch or lock. You will be the only one who knows that it even opens.