Solar Attic Fan - The Advantages To Using One
Are you currently using an electric attic fan or some sort of electric ventilation system at home? Then have you ever thought of installing a solar attic fan? When most people think of solar products, they immediately think "expensive!", but when we investigated getting a solar powered attic fan and compared it to conventional ventilation systems, it was obvious which way we were going to go.
After reading these 5 clear benefits of a solar attic fan, you'll understand why we made the switch:
1 - Easy Cheap Installation:
A solar attic fan has its own power source - the sun - so no wiring is needed. This means you require no electricity permits or qualified electricians to install the fan. All you need to do is follow the accompanying step-by-step instructions. And at most it will take you 2 hours to get it working.
2 - Renewable, Free Power Source:
Since a solar powered attic fan's power source is the sun, it operates on free energy. The only cost you will incur is that of the fan itself. Otherwise it is free to operate.
What's more is your solar fan will attract both state and Federal renewable energy subsidies, which will make it even more affordable to operate.
3 - Operates all day:
Since a solar powered attic fan uses no electricity, it can operate all day long, from when the sun rises until a little after the sun sets. So air is constantly circulating in your home, regardless of the temperature, keeping your home well-ventilated and cool.
4 - Prolongs Roof Life:
During cold winter months heat trapped in your attic can melt snow on your roof. As the the water trickles down, it collects and refreezes in the cooler eaves or gutters, leading to costly and destructive ice damming. By having a solar powered attic fan, it requires minimal sunlight to operate and keep the attic cool.
Also the solar attic fan keeps your attic well-ventilated, helping prevent fungal decay of your roof frame. This decay is usually caused where warm moist air from showering, and cooking collects in the attic, forming mildew and mold.
5 - Reduce Your Carbon Footprint:
Electric fans need power to operate. And where does that power come from? Well, burning fossil fuels such as coal and oil, and nuclear power stations - which all emit carbon that pollutes our air and causes global warming.
But a solar powered attic fan requires none of this conventional power. So it reduces your dependence on fossil fuels and promotes greener living.
Last thoughts:
So many people talk about "green this" and "green that", but very few actually get involved. Now that you know how easy, cost-effective, and "green" it is to install a solar powered attic fan, you can "walk the talk" and actually live a greener, cleaner life.
A DIY installed solar attic fan starts at around $400 (excl. tax and incentives), which is a small price to pay for free ventilation and lower electricity bills.
After reading these 5 clear benefits of a solar attic fan, you'll understand why we made the switch:
1 - Easy Cheap Installation:
A solar attic fan has its own power source - the sun - so no wiring is needed. This means you require no electricity permits or qualified electricians to install the fan. All you need to do is follow the accompanying step-by-step instructions. And at most it will take you 2 hours to get it working.
2 - Renewable, Free Power Source:
Since a solar powered attic fan's power source is the sun, it operates on free energy. The only cost you will incur is that of the fan itself. Otherwise it is free to operate.
What's more is your solar fan will attract both state and Federal renewable energy subsidies, which will make it even more affordable to operate.
3 - Operates all day:
Since a solar powered attic fan uses no electricity, it can operate all day long, from when the sun rises until a little after the sun sets. So air is constantly circulating in your home, regardless of the temperature, keeping your home well-ventilated and cool.
4 - Prolongs Roof Life:
During cold winter months heat trapped in your attic can melt snow on your roof. As the the water trickles down, it collects and refreezes in the cooler eaves or gutters, leading to costly and destructive ice damming. By having a solar powered attic fan, it requires minimal sunlight to operate and keep the attic cool.
Also the solar attic fan keeps your attic well-ventilated, helping prevent fungal decay of your roof frame. This decay is usually caused where warm moist air from showering, and cooking collects in the attic, forming mildew and mold.
5 - Reduce Your Carbon Footprint:
Electric fans need power to operate. And where does that power come from? Well, burning fossil fuels such as coal and oil, and nuclear power stations - which all emit carbon that pollutes our air and causes global warming.
But a solar powered attic fan requires none of this conventional power. So it reduces your dependence on fossil fuels and promotes greener living.
Last thoughts:
So many people talk about "green this" and "green that", but very few actually get involved. Now that you know how easy, cost-effective, and "green" it is to install a solar powered attic fan, you can "walk the talk" and actually live a greener, cleaner life.
A DIY installed solar attic fan starts at around $400 (excl. tax and incentives), which is a small price to pay for free ventilation and lower electricity bills.
About the Author:
Tim McDonald and his wife have been living off the grid since June 2008. He recommends you Try Earth4Energy For FREE if you are keen on learning more about making home solar power and reducing your electricity bills.
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