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If you’ve never given roof ventilation a moment’s thought, you’re not alone. Even builders didn’t think about it much until the 1950s. But eliminating warm, moist air from the attic is critical to the health of your house. A basic understanding of roof venting can help you solve big problems—or avoid them altogether.

Turbine vent Hood vent Soffit vents Ridge vent Airflow throughout entire attic Gable vent Half of vent area should be low Ridge vent Soffit vent