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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Sarah Warwick

How to ventilate an attic – and why it’s so important

Three images of attic conversions.

Knowing how to ventilate an attic is expertise any owner of a house should have – surprising as that might seem. But both insulation and adequate ventilation are crucial for an energy-efficient and sturdy home.

Good attic ventilation is a must for attic safety, preventing unhealthy mold growth, avoiding the buildup of heat in summer, and reducing the ice damming that can damage a roof in the winter months.

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