Buying gable vents is a choice between improving your home's or its architectural character . These vents are installed at the peaks of your roof (the gables) to allow hot air and moisture to escape your attic. 1. Functional vs. Decorative Vents
: This is the actual open space air can pass through. A 14"x24" metal vent typically provides about 147 sq. in. of NFA. Powered Options : For extreme heat, you can buy a QuietCool Smart Gable Attic Fan Go to product viewer dialog for this item. which mounts behind your vent and pulls air out actively. 4. Comparison Table Product Type Brand Example Price (Approx.) Metal Functional Gibraltar Building Products Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Budget/Standard Utility Vinyl Functional Builders Edge Low Maintenance/Siding Match Urethane Round Ekena Millwork Decorative Detail Rustic Wood Ekena (Cedar) Authentic Historic Look Smart Powered QuietCool Fan High-Heat Attic Cooling buy gable vents
: These have open louvers and a mesh screen (to keep out birds and insects). They are essential for homes without ridge or soffit vents. Buying gable vents is a choice between improving
: Offers the look of detailed wood without the maintenance. The Ekena Millwork Round Urethane Vent Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Functional vs
: Best for historic or rustic homes. The Ekena Millwork Western Red Cedar Vent Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
: The most popular choice for modern homes. Brands like Builders Edge offer Vinyl Rectangle Vents at Lowe's that are rot-resistant and come in various colors to match siding. Urethane / Polyurethane
at Home Depot is lightweight, insect-resistant, and comes primed for painting.