WhirlyBird / Roof Vents
What does a Whirly Bird/ Roof Turbo Vent actually do?
Turbo Vents are roof mounted turbine ventilators are wind driven “fans” that take out hot, polluted and stale air from the roof space. Hot air trapped in the roof space is taken out in “hot” summer months keeping the house cooler; reducing pressure on the air conditioning system.
In winter, the turbo vent removes hot steam from exhaust fans in wet areas.
Turbo vents work around the clock, free! No electricity is required because turbo vents are set in motion by the wind.
How Much will my whirly bird/ roof turbo ventilation cost?
The are so many different turbo vent systems. The top of the range aluminum systems are extra long wearing, non corrosive, come in several colors. Jims Roofing Services offer all the major Brand names of turbo vents including Ampelite. Prices start from just $390
Turbo vents with long-life metal bearings (not cheap plastic) are recommended by us.
Turbo Vents come in a wide range of colours. Extra internal exhaust fans are available. Before you decide on when we start roof ventilation work we will provide you with a quote for the work based upon our visual inspection.
- When should you consider a Turbo vent?
The House is hot and the air-conditioning system is not coping well. - There is evidence of excessive moisture especially in “misty” bathrooms where steam is not escaping fast enough.
- Evidence of mould build up on walls, cornices and ceilings.
How does Peake Roofing install turbo vents?
Installation is more than just a matter of making a hole in the roof and adding a ventilator.
We make sure that the turbo vent is put in a proper place so that it can do its job effectively and is well caulked to keep the roof water tight.
On some metal roofs extra flashing may be required to ensure the remains water proof.
If the building has non-asbestos eaves vents can be mounted into the eaves to maximise the efficiency of the turbo vent.
Turbo vents are available in a wide range of colours. The vents can be color matched so they fit in perfectly with your existing colour scheme.
