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Airing it Out with AirVent
Airing it Out with AirVent is a podcast focusing on residential attic ventilation best practices, tips, and solutions. It is an extension of our popular Attic Ventilation: Ask the Expert in-person seminars held for residential roofing professionals across North America every winter.
Episodes
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An Architect’s Perspective on Attic Ventilation
Architectural design can and should include fashion and function…beauty and performance. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent, a Denver-area architect…
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How the Industry Uses the Filmed AirVent Seminar
A popular resource for the roofing industry is the in-person AirVent Seminar every winter. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent, we share the most…
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Evaluate the Attic Ventilation Each Roofing Project
Attic ventilation is good for the homeowner and for the roofing contractor. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent, the owner of DFW-area roofing…
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Attic Ventilation Knowledge is a Game Changer
Attic ventilation can be a game changer for a roofing company. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent, the owner of a Chicago-area roofing company…
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Common Attic Ventilation Mistakes and the Fixes
Attic ventilation mistakes happen. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent, a Detroit-area remodeler shares a handful of common ones his team sees and…
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Attic Ventilation for a Mansard Roof
In our survey of the trickiest roof designs for proper attic ventilation, mansard roofs made the list. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent, we share…
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Attic Ventilation for a Gambrel Roof
The design of some homes makes attic ventilation tricky. Gambrel roofs are a good example. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent, we share tips we…
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Building Widths and Rafter Runs
Ridge vents are an excellent solution for attic exhaust airflow for many styles of roofs. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent, we share important…
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Venting a Knee Wall
Cape Cod or Bungalow style homes sometimes have a knee wall that complicates the attic ventilation path. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent, we…
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Venting a Cathedral Vaulted Ceiling Attic
Although cathedral vaulted ceilings may not come to mind when we think about venting an “attic,” they actually do have an attic. In this episode of Airing it…
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We Know Airflow and We’re Sharing that Knowledge
AirVent’s decades-long goal has been to know airflow and share that knowledge. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent, we announce a shift to ONE BRAND…
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Cutting the Ridge Vent Airflow Slot: Width & Length
Some in the roofing industry think a wider ridge vent airflow slot is better. It’s not. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent, we explain how the width…
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It’s OK to Use Exhaust Vents as Intake if…
Is it OK to use attic exhaust vents such as box vents low on the roof for intake ventilation? In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent, our engineer says…
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The Benefits of FORTIFIED-Compliant Vents
Homes built with FORTIFIED-compliant products have a higher chance of withstanding severe storms which can mean fewer leaks, lower maintenance costs, and…
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NFA Calculator for Vents without Motors
Determining how many intake and exhaust vents are needed to properly ventilate an attic involves some math. Or you can use our handy NFA Calculator. In this…
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Top 5 Questions from our Ask the Expert Seminars
The Q & A session is one of the most popular segments of our annual Attic Ventilation: Ask the Expert Seminars. In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent…
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Do Not Mix Attic Exhaust Vents
Is it OK to mix different types of attic exhaust vents on the same roof? In this episode of Airing it Out with AirVent, we explain that mixing attic exhaust…
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Do Not Reuse Attic Exhaust Vents
When replacing a roof is it OK to reuse the existing attic exhaust vents? In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, we explain why reusing attic exhaust…
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Attic Exhaust Ventilation is Useless without Intake
Frequently in our educational seminar we are asked if installing exhaust vents without intake vents is at least “something” and better than nothing. In this…
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Attic Airflow Ratio 1/150 vs. 1/300: Is More Better?
The expression “Less is More” applies to many things but not attic airflow. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, we examine the benefits of using…
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Podcast Episode 45 - Calculating How Many Attic Vents are Needed: Math Shortcut
There are calculating tools on the market to help determine how many attic vents are needed. But it’s nice to know how to do the calculations by hand, too. In…
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Podcast Episode 44 - Air Vent Seminar Attendees Share their Favorite Content
For decades AirVent has been committed to collecting and sharing best practices, tips, and solutions in attic ventilation. In this episode of Airing it Out…
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Podcast Episode 43 - Homeowner Objections: Dead End or Opportunity?
It is reasonable and to be expected that homeowners may object to attic ventilation’s importance and benefit if it’s unfamiliar to them. In this episode of…
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Podcast Episode 42 - Knowledge is Power and Profitable
A common business slogan is Knowledge is Power. It’s also profitable. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, a roofing contractor shares how his…
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Podcast Episode 41 - Home Buyer Beware: How’s the Attic Ventilation?
Both the seller of the house and the potential buyer of that house should take a vested interest in the attic ventilation – even if it’s for different reasons…
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Podcast Episode 40 - Climb the Attic Exhaust Vent Decision Tree
There are 5 key questions every architect, homebuilder, and roofing contractor should ask before a roof is specified and installed. In this episode of Airing…
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Podcast Episode 39 - The Air in Our Attic Affects the Air in Our Living Space
Out of sight, out of mind. We may not think about our attics very often but we should check them a few times a year. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air…
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Podcast Episode 38 - Roofing Companies Benefit from an Attic Ventilation-Focused Culture
There’s no debating this fact: Attic vents are a small part of a roofing project. But in this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, we explain how an “attic…
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Podcast Episode 37 - Fight Ice Dams Before Winter Arrives
Waiting until you see icicles or a block of ice near the edge of the roof before you fight ice dams is too late. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air…
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Episode 36 - Training Your Team Benefits Your Company and the Industry You Serve
Training the members of your team has many benefits. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, we discuss how training not only elevates your company…
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Episode 35 - Roof Maintenance Programs Help Homeowners and Contractors
Most homeowners only buy a roof once or twice in their lifetimes. But a “Maintenance Program” can put you at their house and on their roof multiple times a…
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Episode 34 - Avoiding the Top Complaints to the Better Business Bureau
According to the Better Business Bureau among the most common complaints from homeowners about roofing companies is poor communication and dirty job sites. In…
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Episode - 33 - Put Social Media to Work for Your Business
Social media can be a powerful tool for your business. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, we discuss some of the ways to maximize social media…
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Episode 32 - How One Woman Became an Owner in a Male-Dominated Industry
Starting a business from scratch comes with risk and takes a tremendous amount of planning and commitment. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, we…
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Episode - 31 - Have a Relentless Commitment to Serving Your Customers
Often, the interaction between a customer and the Customer Service Department leaves a longer lasting impression than the actual product or service purchased…
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Episode 30 - A Little Knowledge (and attic airflow) Goes a Long Way
Obtaining and sharing knowledge about your craft and the role proper attic ventilation plays in a roofing project benefits you, your company, and the…
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Episode 29 - What’s Really Underneath the Vented Soffit Panels?
What appears to be fully vented soffit on the house exterior might be solid wood underneath preventing any airflow into the attic. In this episode of Airing it…
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Episode 28 - A Firefighter/Roofing Contractor's Perspective on Attic Ventilation
Roofing contractors look at a lot of roofs and so do firefighters. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, a roofing contractor who spent 15 years as a…
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Episode 27 - Hold Your Ground with Homeowners: Scope of Work and Price
Being the only roofing contractor who brings up proper attic ventilation to the homeowner or submitting a price higher than the other estimates does not make…
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Episode 26 - Changing Lives Giving Back to Our Communities
Giving back to our communities can include donating time, resources, products, expertise, and more. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, we explain…
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Episode 25 - Performance, Appearance and Cost Favor Ridge Vents
There’s a time to use attic exhaust box vents or wind turbines or gable vents or power fans. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, we explain why…
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Episode 24 - What to Look for During an Attic Inspection
Similar to a doctor examining a patient to fully understand any health concerns, an attic inspection can help reveal any problems with the health of the attic…
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Episode 23 - The Power of Word-of-Mouth Referrals
When customers CHOOSE to tell their family, friends and neighbors about you, your company, and your outstanding service, you have a powerful word-of-mouth…
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Episode 22 - Insulation Mistakes that Impact Attic Ventilation
Attic insulation provides thermal benefits to the house and comfort to the people living inside. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, we discuss…
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Episode 21 - A Word of Caution about Bathroom Ventilation
Every day the average family of four generates 2-4 gallons of water vapor through activities such as showering. But where exactly does the bathroom exhaust fan…
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Episode 20 - Add Photos of Projects to Your Toolbox
The saying “A picture is worth a thousand words” is never truer than photographs of roofing projects. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, we…
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Episode 19 - What Separates You from Your Competition?
What is it that separates one residential roofing company from another? In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, we discuss the distinguishing aspects…
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Episode 18 - Tips for New Residential Roofing Companies from Seasoned Veterans
Owning a roofing business or managing the overall operations is a major responsibility. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, we share tips from…
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Episode 17 - Handling a Negative Customer Review
Handling a negative customer review can be tricky business – whether the review is true or false. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, we examine…
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Episode 16 - Point/Counterpoint between Homeowner and Roofer
Homeowners are very likely going to have questions about the roof estimate including the attic ventilation portion of it. In this episode of Airing it Out with…
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Episode 15 - How Hot Should the Attic be in the Summer?
How do you know if the attic ventilation system is working properly in the summer months? How hot should it be in the attic compared to the outside temperature…
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Episode 14 - Homeowner’s Energy Bill Cut 25% Thanks to Attic Ventilation
Proper attic ventilation helps protect the roof covering on the house, the roof deck, the attic insulation and more. It also helps to save energy. In this…
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Episode 13 - Improper Attic Ventilation Reduces Shingle Life 24%
Balanced attic ventilation with equal amounts of intake and exhaust airflow can help the shingles on the roof meet their full life expectancy. In this episode…
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Episode 12 - Getting Insurance to Pay to Bring the Attic Ventilation Up to Code
Paying to replace a storm-damaged roof without also paying to bring the attic ventilation up to minimum building code standards is purchasing a sub-par roof…
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Episode 11 - Attic Ventilation Can Boost Your Business
Attic ventilation isn’t just good for the roof and house, it’s good for business, too. In this episode of Airing it Out with Air Vent, we discuss how…
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Episode 10 - Invest in Yourself and Your Business with Continuous Education
By investing in yourself and your employees through continuous education, you help build your individual value and grow your business. In this episode of…
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Episode 9 - Fighting Wintertime Moisture
Occupants of the house generate between 2 to 4 gallons of water vapor daily by cooking, cleaning, showering, doing laundry, breathing and perspiring. In the…
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Episode 8 - Ice Dams vs. Roofs
It’s impossible to completely stop Mother Nature and the ice dams that impact roofs. But it is possible to reduce their frequency and severity. In this episode…
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Episode 7 - What Homeowners Should Know about Attic Ventilation
When a homeowner is ready to listen to the roofing contractor or home inspector’s assessment of the attic ventilation system, what exactly will be said? In…
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Episode 6 - Roofers VENT about Homeowners
Not every homeowner agrees with the residential roofing contractor’s assessment of the attic ventilation improvements needed. They want a new roof but not…