Soffit Vent Insulation Baffles
Ado products rafter vent w baffle 16 in 24 in x 46 in.
Soffit vent insulation baffles. This way you can blow insulation into the roof or lay batt insulation without having to worry about the insulation getting into the soffit and blocking the soffit eave vent. Accuvent meets many state building code requirements and is also friendly to the environment as it s made from 100 recycled pvc. Putting baffles in your attic is a crucial step in installing attic insulation. For pricing and availability.
Water resistant and durable. Quite simply what it says on the tin a soffit vent is a ventilation system. Ado products durovent 23 1 2 in. A baffle acts as a screen that separates insulation from winds that blow up through the vents.
It is a fairly easy process that will make a world of difference in assisting your insulation and keeping your home protected from rot which can save you a substantial amount of money down. Amerimax home products accuvent is designed for all attic ventilation applications. Ado products durovent 23 1 2 in. Attic ventilation system with built in baffle 10 per carton 4 4 out of 5 stars 3 insulation baffle for 16 rafter bays.
Soffits installing baffles from a soffit vent and up the rafter bay allows you to insulate every. Rafter vents come in 4 foot lengths and 14 1 2 and 22 1 2 inch widths for different rafter spacings. Hold the baffle so it extends from the attic floor to the wall plate which is the horizontal board on top of. Remove any blow in insulation that covers the soffit vent with your gloved hand.
Attic ventilation system with built in baffle 10 carton install between rafters to provide an air channel through insulation to help keep air flowing freely. Ado products durovent 24 in x 46 in rafter vents. Baffles like this allow you to quickly ensure the soffit eave ventilation area is unobstructed and an air pathway from the eave vent is continuous into the attic cavity. Sometimes called rafter vents baffles provide ventilation and keep the insulation from blocking airflow through your attic.
To install the rafter vents staple them directly to the roof decking. Installing with just 6 staples and perforated to adapt for varied roof truss spacing it provides efficient airflow in your attic.