Optimize Attic Air Circulation

Intake ventilation is crucial to maintaining spray foam insulation attic air flow, regulating temperature and moisture levels. Proper insulation and ventilation work hand in hand to keep your home comfortable while reducing energy costs.

The most effective attic venting systems include ridge and gable vents that work in conjunction with baffles to allow hot air to escape and cool outside air to circulate throughout the attic. This system allows the prevailing wind to carry away moisture, reduces the strain on your heating and cooling equipment and extends the life of your roof shingles.

A well-ventilated attic also helps protect the integrity of your home’s ductwork. However, improper duct sealing and insulation can create negative pressure within the attic. This pulls conditioned air down from the living spaces of your home through attic ducts, rather than into the attic to be vented out through the attic vents. In addition, if your attic is too poorly insulated and the soffit vents are blocked with insulation or debris, your attic fans will suck air up out of the attic instead of blowing it out, increasing your cooling costs.

Stop Heat Escape Today

Finished attics typically have better insulation and sealing, so it’s important to check that your attic’s ventilation is not blocked with insulation or obstructions like birds’ nests and paint. It’s a good idea to periodically perform simple tests using a smoke pencil to see how air moves through your attic and identify any stagnant areas that may need attention.

Central Spray Foam of Wichita
7300 W Galoway Ave Wichita KS 67212
(785) 510-2493