Generally speaking you need a ratio of 1 300 where for every 300 square feet of ceiling space you need 1 square foot of attic ventilation.
Insulation attic vents.
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Covering up the soffit vents with loose fill or batts which can happen if you stuff insulation along the eaves is a huge no no.
In other words the entire vent opening doesn t count as vented space.
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For the same reason insulation shouldn t touch the roof s underside.
Rafter vent with built in baffle helps keep air moving in your attic.
The ventilation system features polystyrene construction which is lightweight and moisture resistant and the integrated baffle means that you need no blocking material between the vent and the top plate.
Traditionally insulation materials that are placed inside of an attic will require air circulation within the attic space to assist in drying excess moisture in this indoor space.
The airflow from the soffits to the ridge vent keeps the roof cool and prevents ice dams and the material will block that flow.
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To completely cover your attic floor with insulation out to the eaves you need to install rafter vents also called insulation baffles.