Reducing the build-up of hot air in your roof cavity is greatly beneficial to your everyday comfort and well-being. Without proper roof ventilation, the hot air will be trapped and begin radiating through the ceiling and into the rest of your commercial building.
However, more than adequate ventilation requires a professional installation process you can trust your building with. Read on to learn more about commercial roof ventilation and how a high-quality system installed correctly can benefit you.
At its core, commercial roof ventilation is a system designed to provide optimal airflow throughout the roof space of a building. The ability to introduce fresh air into this space creates a healthy and efficient environment throughout your commercial set-up as pollutants are successfully removed.
Natural ventilation systems operate through a series of intake and exhaust components, such as vents and fans. They are strategically installed throughout a roof space to remove hot air and introduce a fresh flow.
The process of operation in a natural roof ventilation system is as follows:
The passive airflow of natural vent systems means that this type of roof ventilation can continually occur without much oversight. It also does not require mechanical components or a source of power, making it a cost-effective method of venting any building with minimum maintenance.
Choosing to install a ventilation system into your roof cavity, attic space or other ceiling structures can offer a wide range of benefits. Beyond the typical temperature control elements provided by other systems like air conditioning, natural ventilation solutions focus on improving occupant health and building efficiency.
The most notable benefits that arise from installing roof ventilators are:
At the same time that fresh air is drawn into a roof cavity via vents, pollutants, odours and other airborne contaminants are removed by natural vent systems. The continuous airflow promoted by careful ventilation design leaves the indoor air quality greatly improved.
Without appropriate ventilation, the build-up of these contaminants can lead to health issues. That is why there are strict requirements around roof vent installation, especially in spaces such as health care.
The main concerns around poor ventilation include:
With a roof ventilation solution working to expel hot air alongside pollutants, the installation of such a system can prevent building occupants from overheating. This is particularly crucial in areas of Australia where excessive sun exposure or humidity may be a concern.
By using a natural solution to reduce heat build-up, you can also save energy consumption and money without the need to continually run air conditioners. This also applies in the colder months, with warm air capable of being circulated through a building through natural vent designs.
Over time, a natural roof ventilation system can greatly reduce your energy costs. Particularly when compared to mechanical ventilation solutions as they require a continuous source of power for operation.
So, you can not only lower your electricity bills with the cost-effective designs of natural vents but also lessen your overall impact on the environment.
Through the ventilation of hot air, natural roof vent systems also remove excessive amounts of moisture from a building. This is crucial not just for the health of occupants, but also for the integrity of the building itself.
Excessive moisture indoors not only encourages harmful mould to grow, but left unattended it can also begin causing wood rot to eat away at a building. Along with the development of other moisture-related problems, structural damage on the roof and other building materials can add up.
Roof vents are a simple yet effective solution to prevent such damage from occurring. They can also lengthen the lifespan of most roof types, preventing restorative costs from being added to your commercial business.
There are some instances where a roof vent product can be installed in a DIY style. For example, some whirlybird vents can be added to simple roof designs, but it should only be done by those with experience in ventilation installation.
However, it is always best to leave the installation process to the roof ventilation experts like Airocle. With over 100 years of ventilation experience in bespoke installations, the team offers a streamlined process for any commercial building:
Whether you are looking to improve ventilation in an existing building or integrate an expert design into a future build, it is always best to talk to a roof ventilation specialist.
Beyond an initial consultation, respected ventilation services will be a reliable source of information and guidance throughout an installation project. Even if you choose to handle the physical labour yourself, self-installation support may be available to ensure that the process goes smoothly.
By laying out your building’s design, your occupant’s needs, and the environmental factors that can influence the indoor environment, you can gain expert insight that will aid you throughout the installation.
Mapping out a natural ventilation system can be more complex than originally thought, especially if it is being integrated into an existing structure. Ensure that your roof vents are installed correctly by collaborating with an expert on the design.
Airocle offers a Specialised 360° Airflow Analysis service using top-of-the-line computational fluid dynamics (CFD). With this technical equipment, the team can accurately map out the ventilation needs of any building through an on-site audit. This includes identifying heat loads and possible airflow routes indoors.
Using such specialised equipment ensures that your roof vent installation will grant optimum airflow and safety. This is crucial in commercial buildings that involve the presence of fire, smoke, or high amounts of pressure.
With precise fitting and regulatory standards for fire, smoke and pressure relief ventilation, your indoor air quality will be secured for years to come.
Not confident in your DIY installation skills? Roof ventilation experts can provide tailored services that are both efficient and sustainable.
Airocle’s roof vent installation services customise your desired products to your commercial building. We can even carry out the installation process ourselves, or guide your chosen trade professionals as much as required through the proposed design.
Ensure that your project’s timeline is met with efficient and high-quality vent installation. Airocle’s offering of flexible timelines like night work will get you across any finishing line, especially since we can also assist with organising helicopter installations.
For more details on our installation service or for self-installation support, contact our qualified team. We can take the hard work from you so you can concentrate more on enjoying your building’s optimised airflow.
There are a multitude of factors that can affect the costs of roof vent installation. Whether you choose to undertake the task yourself or outsource to ventilation professionals, any installation project will be impacted by:
Always ensure that you have calculated the costs of your installation project to ensure your budget meets its needs. If you need help calculating these costs, work with roof ventilation experts to outsource vents, labour and installation from one convenient place.
The team at Airocle will be able to work out a bespoke installation plan suited to your budget, whether that is one vent or a whole host of them.
Regardless of your commercial roof’s shape or material type, there is a ventilation product suited to your needs. The most popular examples in the Australian market include the following:
Discuss your building’s needs with an expert in all matters of roof vent installation to find the best product match.
Any roof vent installation project is bound to be complex. Not only are you balancing the structural integrity of your commercial building but you must also map out an optimal and consistent air flow system throughout.
Leave the difficulties of designing and installing your roof ventilation system to the experts. Airocle offers specialised end-to-end solutions for a range of roof vent products across Australia.
Our dedicated team is always prepared to work on-site according to your installation needs. Expert services are just a call away, so contact us today to enquire about your next roof vent installation project.
It is possible to install roof vents yourself. However, it is not advised to undertake such a DIY project unless you are confident in your HVAC and roofing skills.
Roof ventilation experts are better trusted with the installation process. They have the training, resources and experience to guarantee that your roof vent of choice is operating optimally.
The costs associated with installing whirlybird vents vary depending on the scale of the project, the type of whirlybird used and the roofing material. However, average costs when installed by an expert range from $200-400, with the variance accounted for by the complexity of the project.
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