While looking at the Parans Optic Skylight from HUVCO, I came across this cool little solar attic fan. It is easy to install, affordable, and a great option for all climate zones. Check it out at:
HUVCO Solar Attic Fan...
"The HUVCO solar powered attic fan is designed to exhaust the hot, stagnant air and moisture from your attic to the outside. Removing this hot air allows the attic to remain cooler. Removing the moisture helps to reduce the chance of mold and mildew. The attic fan combined with the perimeter ventilation allows it to draw cooler air in. A cooler attic helps to extend the life of your shingles and keep the entire house cooler. A cooler house means your air conditioner will not have to work as hard and reduces wear and tear on your equipment.
The solar powered attic fan works by using a 10 watt photovoltaic panel to harness the free energy from the sun. The power from that panel spins the fan which exhausts the hot air out of the attic. The fan is rated at 800 cubic feet per minute, which will serve an attic of a typical 1200 square foot home. The system is easy to install and does not require any expensive electric wiring. All of the roof components are .080 gauge aluminum, with black power coat paint applied. The roof flashing is molded out of one, seamless piece of aluminum. There is an optional thermostat so the fan will only run if it is above 85 degrees. The payback is short because there are no operating expenses. The HUVCO solar powered attic fan is available in four different configurations depending on your roof design.
The HUVCO Solar Powered Attic Fan operates on self-generated power. So there are no operating expenses. It also helps further reduce energy demand by reducing the heat load of the house by keeping the whole house cooler. "
- Info from the HUVCO web site.
In addition to the attic fan, there is also a garage fan - certainly a wonderful option for all of us in the summertime - even if we are in Montana!
