Attic Vent Fire Protection

A ridge vent as seen from the side of the roof is found along the entire ridge of the roof.

Attic vent fire protection.

Installation is a snap. Embers out builds the best vent. Quick reference as well as more pics and info for gable vents. Gables like dormers are vertically oriented vents best placed as high as possible.

Alternatively cover all existing vent openings with 1 8 inch or 1 16 inch wire mesh. When used in conjunction with lower soffit or eave vents rapid cooling and venting of the attic can take place. Use manufacured and ca approved vents see below to retrofit existing attic soffit basement foundation and gable vents where possible. Installing the recommended mesh screening and eliminating storage is critical to reducing building ignitions during a wildfire.

Some fire safety experts believe the installation of a whole house fan or attic fan may pose an increased risk for attic fires. That said you may want to weigh the pros and cons of attic. Baffles along the front edges of the vent keep rain from entering and provide for a negative pressure region that helps pull air out of the attic. Install embers out elite vents embers out elite vents filter and stop wildfire embers wind driven rain dust debris insects and rodents from entering your home through the attic vent.

Retro fit kits upgrade existing vents to be fire and ember safe. Common 1 4 screens are ineffective and should be replaced or retrofitted. Soffit vents are available for stucco wood construction foam stucco or retro fit applications. Ensuring proper ventilation for your attic is also essential.

Having a fire extinguisher in the attic can help prevent a significant fire from erupting in it.