Replies

1. 
   Clewless1 | Jan 26, 2010 09:20am | #1

   Normal attic reno would be to install the insulation on any FLAT part of a ceiling you create ... leaving the gable end vents to vent above. You would normall also have eave vents and a space above any insulation you install in rafters where your cathedral/vaulted ceiling is so air flow can be from low at the eaves to high at the gable ends.

   Insulation would run across the flat high ceiling, down the slope, down the wall and across the low ceiling. The ventilation is generally a code requirement to control moisture.

   Why are you opposed to a ridge vent? You usually can't even tell they are there.

   As long as you are doing it ... don't forget to seal holes in the attic areas to minimize air leaks.

2. 
   Adriel | Jan 26, 2010 11:34am | #2

   Thanks for your reply. My only concern with a ridge vent is the cost and hassle to install. I am under the inpression that the roof will need to be redone in order to install one. Am I correct?

1. 
   calvin | Jan 26, 2010 11:50am | #3

   I am under the inpression that the roof will need to be redone in order to install one. Am I correct?

   The roof won't have to be redone, the ridge cap will however.

   You need to take off the cap, cut back the top row of shingle a couple inches from the center of the ridge, cut the sheeting to allow air movement. Install the new ridge vent, re-cap with shingles.

   Please take measurements of the new ridge vent b/4 you start out with this if you do it. Don't cut it back enough, it won't work. Cut it too much and you won't cover.

3. 
   rjw | Jan 26, 2010 12:01pm | #4

   >>It will be made into a storage/game room. The roof is 8' high in the middle.

   Unless it's darned near flat, I'd guess that about the only game you'll be able to play is tug of war....