Proper attic ventilation is critical for maintaining a healthy roof structure and improving energy efficiency. IPS Roofing Products’ SmartRidge™ I, supplied by A1A Wholesale Supply, is engineered to be the most efficient ridge exhaust system on the market.
The unique one-sided design of SmartRidge™ I allows for complete attic exhaust without pulling in exterior air, rain, snow, or ice from the opposite side of the vent. This creates a powerful venturi effect at the ridge, ensuring 100% efficient attic exhaust. Its natural, no-street-side lift appearance makes it the cleanest looking ridge vent system available, an important consideration for aesthetic-conscious projects.
SmartRidge™ I features fabric mesh to guard against rain and snow infiltration and provides 18 square inches of NFA. It achieves a balanced ventilation system when paired with SmartVent™ and is designed for easy cutting and installation, suitable for slopes 4/12 and up. Installation involves preparing the roof decking with a minimum 1″ slit on both sides of the roof peak, creating a total maximum width of 3.5 inches. Each 3-foot section requires a minimum of six nails per side, ensuring they penetrate through the roof decking (1.5″ to 2″ roofing nails recommended). Cap shingles are installed over SmartRidge™ I, overhanging the lift edge by approximately 1/2 inch. For contractors, this means a reliable, high-performance solution that meets both functional and aesthetic demands.
Key Features and Benefits for Contractors:
- 100% Attic Exhaust: Efficiently siphons all attic air without drawing in exterior elements from the opposite side.
- No Street Side Lift: Provides a natural and clean appearance, enhancing curb appeal.
- Weather Protection: Fabric mesh guards against rain, snow, and ice infiltration.
- High NFA: Offers 18 square inches of Net Free Area for effective ventilation.
- Balanced System: Achieves optimal attic ventilation when used with SmartVent™.
- Easy Installation: Can be hand or nail gunned, with easy cutting using a utility knife.
- Durable Construction: Designed for slopes 4/12 and up, ensuring longevity.
Basic Uses:
- Providing highly efficient one-sided ridge exhaust ventilation for sloped roofs.
- To achieve a natural and clean aesthetic on the roofline.
- To form a balanced attic ventilation system in conjunction with SmartVent™.
Product Specifications:
- Model: SR1
- NFA: 18 square inches
- Units per Case: 22 (3 ft/unit)
- Feet per Case: 66
- Weight per Case: 25 lbs
- Minimum Slope: 4/12
- Ridge Opening Width: Minimum 1″ slit on both sides, total maximum 3.5″
- Nailing: Minimum six nails per side, 1.5″-2″ roofing nails recommended.
