Ventilation

Ventilation is extremely important in attics.

Without adequate air movement, your attic is nothing more than a confined space which can cause serious problems both in summer and winter. The air which is trapped in the confined attic space almost always contains water vapor which will damage your home if unable to circulate. Problems include warped shingles, warped roof boards, mould and higher energy costs.

By allowing the air to circulate with quality ventilation, it achieves a balance or equilibrium with the air it is mixing with. The moisture content of the air will be balanced as well as the temperature. These are important considerations in attic spaces.

Proper attic ventilation can save homeowners energy, extend the life of roofing materials and reduce moisture problems like mold, mildew and some other types of water damage.

Recommendations

For attic ventilation we recommend the Windmaster and TurboBeam products from Edmonds.

Windmaster offers a simple robust and economical ventialtion solution for your roofspace.

TurboBeam is the first turbine ventilator to provide roof space ventilation and enable natural light to enter the attic space.

Maestro offers a high volume  automatic powered ventilation option.

Illumination of the attic space

TurboBeam uses a clear, acrylic turbine head and a highly reflective aluminium throat. This enables sunlight to be captured and fficie into the attic space. The sun drenched attic space assists visibility and creates an environment unconductive to termites.

These dual features provide the following benefits for homeowners:

• Better summer comfort
  All of the edmonds products  remove very hot air from the attic space enabling it to be replaced by cooler, ambient air. This effect is particularly pronounced at night. The result is reduced roof space temperatures and less radiation of heat into the home.

• The technology leader – Sturdy aluminium and acrylic construction with UV inhibitors, vertical vanes and permanently lubricated stainless steel bearings ensure long life and efficient operation.
• Attractive design – Its smooth, aerodynamic profile with translucent features complements almost any home.
• Acts as a skylight – The turbo Beam's clear turbine head enables light to illuminate the roof space for storage and is particularly valuable for attic rooms.
• Extremely cool in summer – The vertical vane design provides TurboBeam and windmaster with  efficient air discharge attributes thereby providing superior cooling in summer.
• Withstands severe wind and rain- In independent laboratory trials, the windmaster and TurboBeam vent design withstood wind velocities of 240km/hr and satisfied the International Rain Dynamic Penetration Test
• Fits all roof types - Windmaster and TurboBeam’s “Vari-pitch” base and flexible flashing fits any roof type from zero to 45°