Be a part of a pilot program involving the use of solar powered attic vents. For only $100 you will receive two solar powered attic vents, fully installed (a total value of $600). Participation numbers are limited and only homes with roofs that qualify for the program will be accepted. For more information or to register for the program, please contact our call centre at 1-866-337-8089.

FAQs

What is a solar powered roof vent?
A solar powered roof vent utilizes the sun's power to remove extreme heat in attic spaces before irreparable damage can be done to the attic structure and roofing material.

What will it do for me?
The solar powered roof vent provides many benefits which are best explained if devided into sub-categories of summer and winter:

Summer:

• Reduces attic temperatures.  This helps cool the home, allowing for a decreased reliance on expensive high-energy use air conditioning
• Extends life of roofing materials.  Though asphalt shingles are designed to withstand abuse from the sun over many years, they are subjected to damaging temperatures as a result of an over-heated attic.  The greater ventilation offered by the solar powered roof vent lowers attic temperatures.

Winter:

• Reduces rot, mildew and mold.  As hot air cools on contact with roofing, it condenses on structural roof members and insulation which can lead to the development of rot, mildew and mold; all of which can cause serious damage.  A solar powered roof vent directly improves air circulation in the attic and provides greater ventilation than a passive system.
• Reduces ice dam formation on eaves troughs.  In a poorly ventilated attic, the heated air causes snow and ice to melt from the roof and run down to the eaves where it freezes again forming hazardous ice dams and may cause interior water damage.

Is a solar powered unit better than what I have now?
In Canada today most homes are constructed with passive vent systems which rely on natural convection to provide sufficient air pressure for circulation and ventilation.  Passive units are used to meet minimum provincial building code requirements whereas solar powered units are used to actively improve the household quality of living with no increase to the electricity bill.