Are roof tile vents any good?

Are roof tile vents any good?

Roof tile vents are by far the easiest professional solution to roof ventilation problems. They are easy to fit either during the process of installing a new roof, or retrofitting to older existing roofs.

Do roof tile vents leak?

Roof vents allow the air in the attic or space below the roof to ventilate to prevent moisture which can lead to mould growth. Roof vents can also be a source of leaks.

Do old houses need roof vents?

Our trained team of roofing experts are often asked if roof vents are entirely necessary. The short answer is, yes! Some older houses will have plodded along for years without any real ventilation in their loft spaces but if you’re re-roofing it makes sense to consult your roofer about this.

Can an extractor fan go into the loft?

No, you cannot vent your bathroom exhaust fan into the attic. You should never exhaust the bathroom fan directly into the attic. Your attic is not a temperature-controlled environment, is never the same temperature as your living space and generally closer to the temperature outside.

How does rain not get into roof vents?

Roof vents are typically made from metal, fiberglass or plastic. They have a spring-loaded cover that opens and closes to allow air in but keep out rain and snow. Over time however, this system can break down due to wear and tear caused by the elements such as wind, sun exposure or even debris build up around them.

Is it legal to vent bathroom fan into attic?

The Code of Bathroom Exhaust Fans – Air shall not be exhausted into an attic (except whole house ventilation), soffit, ridge vent or crawl space.

Does an extractor fan need to go outside?

Do bathroom exhaust fans have to be vented outside? Yes, it is always a good idea to have your bathroom exhaust fan vent outside. Remember, the purpose of your extractor is to remove moisture from the air. If you simply deposit it in another room or attic, you are potentially just moving the problem to another area.

Is it OK to vent bathroom fan through roof?

The fan exhaust must vent directly to the exterior of the home. Do not put the vent termination in a roof overhang or soffit. Don’t put it on a wall near or under a roof overhang. The moist air that’s belched out by the fan can be sucked right up into the open soffit vents and be drawn into your attic.

Can I vent an extractor fan into the loft?