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Does your home get too hot in the summer? Perhaps itu2019s time you installed either a whole house fan or an attic fan. But which system is right for you? Is there a difference? Here are all the basics you need to know to make an informed choice.
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Complete Guide on Choosing a Quiet Cool Whole House Fan Does your home get too hot in the summer? Perhaps it’s time you installed either awhole house fan or an attic fan. But which system is right for you? Is there a difference? Here are all the basics you need to know to make an informed choice. Attic fans vs. whole house fans— is there a difference? Simply put, both systems can cool your home, but through different methods. Whole house fans pull in fresh air through your windows and send it to your attic, therefore removing built-up hot air and replacing it with cooler air from outdoors. If the outdoor temperature is lower than the indoor temperature, then the system can quickly cool down your entire home. In addition, these fans are usually installed in the ceiling of the top-most floor. In comparison, attic fans are installed on your roof or the gable. Instead of pulling in cold air from the outside, it expels the hot air from your attic and sends it outdoors. As a result, the space above your ceiling is cooled, effectively lowering the temperature inside your house. Which cooling system is best for you? Ultimately, the choice will depend on the following factors: Outdoor temperature Generally, whole house fans are better for homes in places with less humidity. For example, these systems are the perfect choice if you live in the Midwest. They can eliminate your need for air conditioning by up to 70%.
Meanwhile, in the coastal areas of Mississippi and Alabama, you can consider using a whole house fan to get rid of ambient heat and supplement it with an air conditioner for better cooling. Sound Some attic fans are noisy but don’t worry. These days, you can get brands likeQuiet Cool attic fans designed for noiseless operation. Ease of operation The best attic exhaust fans tend to be easier to operate than whole house fans. For instance, the Smart Energy Saver Attic Roof Fan can be controlled via a mobile application, so you don’t have to go up to your roof to turn it on. But, if you don’t mind manual switching and opening the windows every so often, whole house fans are also a good option.
