Attic Ventilation Calculator
Calculate the required net free vent area for your attic based on attic floor area and ventilation ratio.
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- 1 Enter the requested data in the fields above carefully.
- 2 Click the calculate button to process the information instantly.
- 3 Analyze the detailed result and the formula explanation presented below.
- 4 You can print, share, or even embed the calculator on your own site for free.
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Frequently Asked Questions
NFVA is the total area of all ventilation openings (e.g., soffit, ridge vents) that allow air to flow in and out of the attic, measured in square inches.
The most common ratio is 1:300, meaning 1 square foot of vent area per 300 square feet of attic floor area. For balanced systems, half should be intake and half exhaust.
Proper ventilation reduces moisture buildup, prevents ice dams, extends roof life, and improves energy efficiency by regulating attic temperature.
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