Austin Solar Attic Fans and Insulation Podcast Check A Pro

Join us on the Check A Pro Radio Show as we talk to Tom from Austin Solar Attic Fans, also known as the 'Attic Fanatic'. In this episode, we address a question that has been puzzling many homeowners: Why should we remove heat from our attics, especially during the summer?
Tom explains that while all attics tend to get hot, the levels of heat can differ significantly. An attic at 165 degrees becomes a virtual oven that radiates energy into the house, making it hard for the air conditioning system to cope. This is why many homeowners find their AC still running late into the night.
The issue gets compounded when there is ductwork in the attic. As air travels through superheated attics, it naturally heats up, leading to higher indoor temperatures. By reducing the attic temperature through proper ventilation, the ductwork performs better, and the air that comes out of your vents is colder, crisper, and has less humidity. This not only cools down your house quicker but also makes it feel more comfortable.
According to Tom, a common misconception among homeowners is thinking they need more insulation when dealing with a hot second floor. However, if the second floor feels warm in the winter, then the problem is not insulation but rather ventilation. With over 15 years of experience and having inspected over 15,000 homes, Tom confidently says that attic ventilation is the key to fixing common temperature control issues.
He expresses his skepticism over the need for excessive insulation, especially in places with a hot climate like Austin, Texas. Lowering the attic temperatures and installing solar attic ventilation are efficient and cost-effective solutions to such issues. The latter is a quick install project that doesn’t involve tearing your house apart.
Towards the end of the episode, we get an endorsement from our host, Jim Klauck, who has personally experienced the benefits of Tom’s services. He appreciates the speed of installation and the significant improvements in indoor temperature and humidity levels. Tom’s insights emphasize the importance of attic ventilation in ensuring efficient home cooling, making this episode a must-listen for all homeowners.

 
On the latest episode of the Check a Pro Radio Show, our host Joe was joined by the "attic fanatic" himself, Tom from Austin Solar Attic Fans, to explore money-saving tips for household energy use. A main focus of their discussion was the underestimated potential of solar attic fans in saving homeowners a considerable amount on their energy bills.
According to Tom, the installation of solar attic fans not only leads to substantial energy savings, but also contributes to reducing repair costs for air conditioning systems and prolonging the lifespan of roof shingles. The high upfront cost of a solar attic fan becomes negligible with a payback period of about two years.
What's more, the federal government encourages the adoption of such energy-efficient practices by offering a 30% federal energy tax credit on the cost of installing solar attic fans. Unlike a deduction, this is a real tax credit that greatly shortens the payback period.
For larger residences requiring multiple fans, Tom reassures that there is no limit to the number of fans you can claim for in your tax credit. Despite the number of fans needed, a professional evaluation from Tom's team ensures that the recommended solution is tailored to the unique needs of your home, taking into account factors such as the size and height of the attic, color of the shingles, and the number of soffit vents.
In conclusion, solar attic fans are a financially and environmentally conscious investment for any homeowner looking to enhance their home's energy efficiency and comfort, while simultaneously reducing utility bills and benefiting from federal tax credits.
 
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Discover the lifelong benefits of solar attic fans with Jim Klauck, also known as Check A Pro Joe on the Check A Pro Radio Show. In this episode, he chats with Tom, the attic fanatic from Austin Solar Attic Fans. The duo passionately talk about home improvement and the numerous ways you can save money and enjoy ultimate comfort in your home.
Tom provides an informed perspective as a solar attic fan expert. Together, they get into the nitty-gritty of solar attic fans, including their lifespan, warranties, maintenance, and overall benefits. Tom assures listeners of an excellent lifetime warranty on the product and its installation. Customers can comfortably enjoy this home improvement addition without fear of breakdowns or regular maintenance burdens.
Shattering misconceptions and concerns about attic fans' noises, Tom addresses their quiet nature. They operate at a barely-there 30 decibels without causing any disruption to your regular home activities. These attic fans are touted as beneficial game-changers for homeowners once installed, saving energy, optimizing comfort, and prolonging roof lifespan.
With humor and relatability, Tom motivates audiences to invest in these proven solar attic fans that offer a lifetime of convenience. The episode wraps up on a promising note as Tom emphasizes the turnkey nature of these attic fans while extending a warm invitation for anyone interested in consulting for such a project.
 
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Episode 29
"Solar Attic Fans are FREE to run and save you money on your energy costs."
- Tom, The Attic Fanatic
 
On this episode of The Austin Solar Attic Fans Podcast, Check A Pro Joe talks with Tom The Attic Fanatic about the cost to run a solar attic fan. Hint: Nada!
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Episode 28
"Active air flow is actually where it's controlled where it come on, say 85 degrees is where the fans come on and it's gonna start actively pulling the air through your soft events and then pulling the heat out of the attic space and reducing the attic temperature."
- Tom, The Attic Fanatic
 
On this episode of The Austin Solar Attic Fans Podcast, Check A Pro Joe talks with Tom The Attic Fanatic about the difference between active and passive ventilation and how the solar attic helps with active ventilation.
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Did you know that you can get a 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit when you install a new solar attic fan?  You will save money and be more comfortable in your home. For assistance with your Air Conditioning system please call Austin Solar Attic Fans -(512) 578-8995.Log on to - www.austinsolaratticfans.com Check Out Our Check A Pro Profile - www.Checkapro.com   
Podcast Episode Transcription:
And the check a pro radio show starts now as I'm working hey everybody thank you for joining me here on my show the checker pro radio show I am check a pro show it's so great to have you here each and every week hold on tight it's going to be a fantastic fact filled program if you have a house and you have an attic in your house you need to listen to the show today it's really that simple so if you don't own a house or don't have any interest in the house even if you're an investor and you have rental houses you need to listen to the show today my guest Tom the attic fanatic is going to be joining me in just a few moments I brought him in as the expert on attic ventilation what happens here this time of year in Austin it gets hot in our homes and it's because of the sun for the most part and because of the basic just all around heat that comes off of the sun it radiates off of everything the attic is the hottest part of our house he's got a great product it's a solar attic fan and this pulls the heat out of the attic to allow us to be more comfortable in our home it saves us money and it keeps our house healthier with that I'm going to introduce my guest Tom the attic fanatic Tom is good to see you it's good to be here thanks for having me absolutely it's hot this time of year here in Austin why doesn't every roof have a solar attic fan to answer that question for me the builders put them in right well two reasons we haven't got to all the houses yet OK we're working on it we're trying to get them all done house by house and then yeah a lot of times the builders so we have this conversation on time with builders and like if I have to put ten more dollars in a house and I build a 1000 houses a month or a year it's you know it just adds up so they kind of cut corners where they can and they're like you know what the end of the day we're not paying the electric bill for that homeowner it's their problem let them figure out so they're really more worried about houses house look meet building minimum building code and that's it they're good to go houses so I mean they like well we can't even keep up we sell houses we have 100 houses so we might can't even get them built so we're good so they don't really care about the homeowners so much as as we do is looking at the attic temperature so we specialize in attic temperature adding ventilation it's all about air exchanges per hour get more air flow through the attic and keep the attic temperatures down and when you do that you lower the energy cost of the home because your extra is running less that's how you save your energy the less the air conditioner runs or the less hours in a day so if it's running 15 hours a day and we can get it down to 120 and say 11 or 10 or 11 hours a day well they need to save 30% on your cooling cost so that's how you save energy and it's pretty simple it's about solar doesn't cost anything to run so when you're lower the edit temperature that's free to do it doesn't cost money to run that thing there are a couple of them but then you get all the energy savings so that's why they're so valuable and you get a 26% federal energy tax credit with solar ventilation so it's a lot it's a win- win situation and it's relatively painless as simple to do our installations take about an hour it's not like it's a big long project you can call us up we'll come out we'll do the evaluation we'll look at your add and see if it's a good fit for you for the house if it is then we get it scheduled and usually within just a week or so we have it installed and like I said it's a one