Airing it Out with AirVent

Attic ventilation mistakes happen. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent , a Detroit-area remodeler shares a handful of common ones his team sees and fixes. A special thank you to our podcast guest Gary Muehling , president, MI Remodelers, Orion Township, MI, for sharing his expertise for this podcast episode! Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to...

In our survey of the trickiest roof designs for proper attic ventilation, mansard roofs made the list. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent , we share tips we collected from residential roofing contractors who have worked on mansard roofs. Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar1.com   Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic?...

The design of some homes makes attic ventilation tricky. Gambrel roofs are a good example. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent , we share tips we collected from residential roofing contractors who have tackled attic ventilation for gambrel roofs.   Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar1.com . Have a suggestion for a future Podc...

Ridge vents are an excellent solution for attic exhaust airflow for many styles of roofs. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent , we share important notes about using ridge vents factoring in maximum house or building width as well as rafter runs.   Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar1.com .  Have a suggestion for a future Podc...

Cape Cod or Bungalow style homes sometimes have a knee wall that complicates the attic ventilation path. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent , we share some strategies you can use to move air through a knee wall. Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar1.com . Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and fe...

Although cathedral vaulted ceilings may not come to mind when we think about venting an “attic,” they actually do have an attic. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent, we explain that a cathedral ceiling attic is the 1.5-inch gap between the roof deck and insulation; and ways to best move the air  Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibr...

AirVent’s decades-long goal has been to know airflow and share that knowledge. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent , we announce a shift to ONE BRAND across Gibraltar-owned companies while continuing our commitment to share knowledge. A special thank you to our podcast guest Donnie Anderson , General Manager, Ventilation, Gibraltar Building Accessories, for sharing his expertise for this...

Some in the roofing industry think a wider ridge vent airflow slot is better. It’s not. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent , we explain how the width and length of the ridge vent airflow slot is tied directly to the vent’s maximum Net Free Area capacity and protection from Mother Nature. Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar1....

Is it OK to use attic exhaust vents such as box vents low on the roof for intake ventilation? In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent , our engineer says it is OK as long as the vent has been tested for that application. A special thank you to our podcast guest Colby Cruz , Product Design Engineer, AirVent/Gibraltar Building Products , for sharing his expertise for this podcast episode!  Hav...

Homes built with FORTIFIED-compliant products have a higher chance of withstanding severe storms which can mean fewer leaks, lower maintenance costs, and higher long-term home value. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent , our engineer explains how our attic vents meet FORTIFIED requirements. A special thank you to our podcast guest Professional Engineer Shumon Hossain , Engineering Superv...

Determining how many intake and exhaust vents are needed to properly ventilate an attic involves some math. Or you can use our handy NFA Calculator. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent , the calculator’s creator shares how it works, the benefits of keeping it handy, and more.  A special thank you to our podcast guest Justin Ache , Marketing Specialist, Gibraltar Building Products , for s...

The Q & A session is one of the most popular segments of our annual Attic Ventilation: Ask the Expert Seminars. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent , we share the Top 5 asked and answered questions from our most recent seminar season. Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar1.com . Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic?...

Is it OK to mix different types of attic exhaust vents on the same roof? In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent , we explain that mixing attic exhaust vents is counter to building code, against vent makers’ installation instructions, and opposite what shingle manufacturers say. Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar1.com . Have a s...

When replacing a roof is it OK to reuse the existing attic exhaust vents? In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent , we explain why reusing attic exhaust vents should not be done. Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar1.com . Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar1.com . Vi...

Frequently in our educational seminar we are asked if installing exhaust vents without intake vents is at least “something” and better than nothing. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent , we explain why exhaust airflow without proper intake ventilation is not only useless, it’s problematic. Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar...

The expression “Less is More” applies to many things but not attic airflow. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent , we examine the benefits of using the 1/150 airflow ratio (more) instead of the 1/300 (less) backed by third-party research. Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar1.com .  Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic...

There are calculating tools on the market to help determine how many attic vents are needed. But it’s nice to know how to do the calculations by hand, too. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent , we have a shortcut to doing the math you’re going to love! Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar1.com . Have a suggestion for a future...

For decades AirVent has been committed to collecting and sharing best practices, tips, and solutions in attic ventilation. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent , we highlight the audience’s favorite content from our popular seminars “Attic Ventilation: Ask the Expert.”  Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar1.com .  Have a sugge...

It is reasonable and to be expected that homeowners may object to attic ventilation’s importance and benefit if it’s unfamiliar to them. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent , a roofing contractor shares how such objections can turn into an opportunity instead of a dead end. Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar1.com . Have a s...

A common business slogan is Knowledge is Power . It’s also profitable. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent , a roofing contractor shares how his knowledge separates him from the competition, boosts his business, and results in the best finished roof possible for the homeowner. Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar1.com . Have...

Both the seller of the house and the potential buyer of that house should take a vested interest in the attic ventilation – even if it’s for different reasons. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, a home inspector shares his first-hand accounts from both perspectives. https://www.gibraltarbuildingproducts.com/podcasts Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and...

There are 5 key questions every architect, homebuilder, and roofing contractor should ask before a roof is specified and installed. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent , we explain how the answers to those questions affect the longevity and curbside appeal of every roof. https://www.gibraltarbuildingproducts.com/podcasts Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas a...

Out of sight, out of mind. We may not think about our attics very often but we should check them a few times a year. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent , we explain how the air quality in the attic can impact the air we breathe in the living space. https://www.gibraltarbuildingproducts.com/podcasts Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi...

There’s no debating this fact: Attic vents are a small part of a roofing project. But in this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent , we explain how an “attic ventilation-focused culture” can pay big dividends to roofing companies, the industry and homeowners. https://www.gibraltarbuildingproducts.com/podcasts Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscels...

Waiting until you see icicles or a block of ice near the edge of the roof before you fight ice dams is too late. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent , we discuss the best way to fight ice dams happens long before winter arrives.  https://www.gibraltarbuildingproducts.com/podcasts Have a suggestion for a future Podcast topic? Send us your ideas and feedback to pscelsi@gibraltar1.com . Ha...