Abstract
It has become more and more evident that proper ventilation plays a critical role in protecting structures as well as saving energy. In summer, temperatures in an unventilated attic can reach a high as 140F. As this heat builds up it can radiate downward, burdening the home's cooling system. As it radiates outward through the roof, this heat can accelerate deterioration of roofing materials and other sturctural members.
It has become more and more evident that proper ventilation plays a critical role in protecting structures as well as saving energy. In summer, temperatures in an unventilated attic can reach a high as 140F. As this heat builds up it can radiate downward, burdening the home's cooling system. As it radiates outward through the roof, this heat can accelerate deterioration of roofing materials and other sturctural members.
Date
1/1986
1/1986
Author(s)
W J Anderson; R G Paul.
W J Anderson; R G Paul.
Page(s)
23-24
23-24
Keyword(s)
air exchange; attic; heat buildup; moisture buildup; attic vent
air exchange; attic; heat buildup; moisture buildup; attic vent