Spinning Roof Vent Noise

Step 2 examine the turbine from the exterior from the roof.

Spinning roof vent noise.

October 15 2019 at 4 01 pm we have had turbines vents on our roof for over 15 years now and never had any leaks from them. The turbines are adjustable so that the spinning part is level even though the roof is slanted. Sometimes called whirlybird vents the turbine vents on the roof of homes pull heated air out of the attic in the hot summer months. A turbine may fail to spin if the bearings become rusty or obstructions such as ice leaves or twigs have become wedged into the turbine.

Not all turbines will fit all roof pitches. The attic fan tends to makes a humming noise when it has a few blades and is running at a high speed setting. One response to spinning turbine vent noise. Attic fan making humming noise.

If you decide to add more turbine vents to your roof be sure to buy ones that are aluminum. They also remove cold air in the winter. You ll have to check the intake of debris and make sure that the fan is placed high and close to the roof. Lubricating a really noisy whirlybird roof vent lubricated the bushing with wurth hhs2000 spray grease.

This function helps reduce energy bills when the vents are working properly. Working for years since no more noise. March 5 2015 at 2 19 am. Find roof turbine vents at lowe s today.

These will not rust. Paul a allison says. The vent hood ducts through a rigid or flexible pipe to a cap on the roof or side of your home. I think these vents work very well.

Clear away any debris or insulation blocking the vents to re activate the spinning turbine. I ambled around the roof shooting wd 40 specialist spray stay gel lubricant into all the vents getting them spinning smooth and easy. In fact when i was headed to the last vent i noticed the the others were spinning on their own quietly with only the slightest hint of wind wafting by. Often a stiff wind will open vent dampers causing them to periodically clang shut.