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Manufacturer Varies by Location SmartVent Black 36 in. Tapered Under-Shingle Soffit Intake Vent
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Manufacturer Varies by Location SmartVent Black 36 in. Tapered Under-Shingle Soffit Intake Vent
SmartVent is a tapered, under-shingle plastic intake vent installed along the soffit edge of the roof or the facing edge of a dormer roof-to-wall transition. This listing is the black 36 in. SV-1 piece sold each. It feeds air through a 1 in. roof decking slit to balance airflow and maximize ridge vent performance.
Key Features:
- Balanced ventilation: When used at both soffits, SmartVent provides a total net free area of 18 sq. in. per foot, or 9 sq. in. on each side of a standard gable roof.
- Virtually invisible: The tapered, under-shingle profile goes virtually unnoticed once shingles are installed over it.
- Rooftop installation: Designed for easy installation from the roof along the soffit edge of the roof plane.
- Free airflow: Allows air to flow freely through the 1 in. roof decking slit for more than adequate soffit ventilation.
- Maximizes ridge vents: Supplies the balanced intake airflow that most ridge vent products require to work properly.
- Matching end caps: SmartVent End Caps are 10.5 in. square tapered pieces that blend with the vent for a clean finish at non-rake edges.
Specifications Table:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Manufacturer Varies by Location |
| Sell unit | 1 piece |
| Product line | SmartVent intake ventilation |
| Available colors | ['Black'] |
| Available sizes | ['36" SV-1'] |
| Material | Plastic |
| Nominal size | 36 in. (SV-1) |
| Color / finish | Black |
| Design | Tapered, under-shingle profile |
| Ventilation opening | 1 in. roof decking slit |
| Net free area | 18 sq. in. per foot total at both soffits (9 sq. in. per side on a standard gable) |
| Intended use | Soffit-edge intake ventilation and dormer roof-to-wall edges |
| Pack quantity | 1 piece |
Coverage & How Much You Need:
Each piece delivers 18 sq. in. of net free area per foot when used at both soffits, or 9 sq. in. per foot on one side of a standard gable roof. Plan intake linear footage to match or exceed the exhaust capacity of your ridge vent.
Fit and Compatibility:
Works with most ridge vent products that require balanced soffit intake. Pair with SmartVent End Caps (sold separately) for a finished look at non-rake edges; do not use End Caps at rake edges.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: What is included in this listing?
A: One black 36 in. SmartVent SV-1 intake vent piece. End caps are sold separately.
Q: How much ventilation does it provide?
A: At both soffits it delivers 18 sq. in. net free area per foot, or 9 sq. in. per foot on each side of a standard gable roof.
Q: Where is it installed?
A: Along the soffit edge of the roof or the facing edge of a dormer roof-to-wall, under the shingles.
Q: Will it be visible from the ground?
A: No, the tapered under-shingle design goes virtually unnoticed from the ground.
Q: Can I use SmartVent End Caps anywhere?
A: End caps blend with SmartVent for a clean finish, but they should not be used at rake edges.
Q: Why does it matter for my ridge vent?
A: Most ridge vents require an equal amount of soffit intake ventilation to work properly, which SmartVent supplies.
Expert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk
Intake is the most common bottleneck in residential attic ventilation; SmartVent solves it where overhangs are too tight or blocked for traditional soffit vents. Verify your ridge vent's NFA and run equal intake linear footage at both eaves. Cut the 1 in. decking slit per the installation instructions and keep it clear of debris for full airflow.
Use fall protection and proper rooftop safety practices when installing this product on a roof.
Add SmartVent intake venting to your roof project today for balanced attic ventilation.
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