Dr D
Dec 21, 2005, 06:28 PM
This question was a tossup for HVAC or construction. I have a new 1200 ft garage/party room addition to my house. Being frugal (cheap) I acted as my own general and subed out what I couldn't do myself. Labman's advice solved my HP/thermostat problem. Now I am ready to put up ceiling insulation (batts) prior to sheetrock. When I had the whole house re-roofed I installed
"ridge vents" on the whole structure to vent scalding AZ heat from the attic areas. Inlet air is provided by gable end vents and 2" bird holes in the eaves. The problem being that thick fiberglass batts near the eaves will block air flow from the bird holes. I have called a couple of insulation suppliers, and they have don't have a clue. I have considerer PVC pipe, or the plastic tubes in golf bags to provide air passage past the batts. Does anyone know of a product for this purpose, or do I have to re-invent the wheel?
"ridge vents" on the whole structure to vent scalding AZ heat from the attic areas. Inlet air is provided by gable end vents and 2" bird holes in the eaves. The problem being that thick fiberglass batts near the eaves will block air flow from the bird holes. I have called a couple of insulation suppliers, and they have don't have a clue. I have considerer PVC pipe, or the plastic tubes in golf bags to provide air passage past the batts. Does anyone know of a product for this purpose, or do I have to re-invent the wheel?