While up in the attic, I noticed that there's a nice new fan for venting the attic on hot days. Right now, it's hooked up to a switch that is located inside the funny half-closet in the bathroom. While at Menards, I got a temperature-sensitive switch made specifically for these fans. I'll install it in the attic and set it so that the fan kicks on whenever the temperature gets above 100 degrees.
Venting the attic reduces cooling costs and makes the roof last longer.
We really need to look into that in our "Auburn house". Can't imagine it wouldn't pay for itself quickly in A/C savings.
ReplyDeleteBetsy: If your roof isn't otherwise vented, then yes, you'd probably save a lot. Roof venting was originally begun to make shingles last longer, so you'd extend the life of your roof. It was only recently that they've touted venting as an energy saver. (By the way, venting is also good for your emotional health.)
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