With our solar attic fan ratings, you can compare units side by side using our Head To Head tool. You can compare the 50 different models from thirteen brands in ten categories such as warranty, control types, mounting location & where they are made. You can also read the individual reviews of each brand below. Our simple rating system gives each brand a color code and a star rating. If the card is green, then, that is one of the top picks from HvacRepairGuy. If the card is yellow, then, that would be a budget pick from HvacRepairgGuy. If the card is red, then, the brand is not recommended by HvacRepairGuy. With our solar attic fan reviews you can cut through the sales hype and find value. It truly is like you were taking a repairman shopping with you!
This brand is a part of GIBRALTAR INDUSTRIES and offers both roof mount and gable mounted models but the guarantee on the units is not very good when compared to other brands. The units do not use a thermostat which means that, whenever the sun is out, the units are running. This would be acceptable in very warm areas but not in areas where a portion of the year requires heating the home. The SC8 model is roof mounted and has an 800 CFM capacity and the panel can be tilted and rotated to maximize the solar gain while the 9025TR model has a capacity of 1820 CFM. The NPSG8 model is gable mounted with an 800 CFM capacity while the 1125APV model has a 1680 CFM capacity.
This brand is made in the USA, can be purchased through their website and are backed by an unmatched lifetime guarantee. The SFA models are available in three sizes and have adjustable solar panels to maximize the solar gain. They are low profile units that are available in fourteen different powder coat baked on finishes so they can blend into the roof and be virtually unnoticed. The SFD models are available in four sizes and the solar panel can be remote mounted which is good for cases where the fan must be mounted on the north side of the roof. The GM models are gable mounted and do not include the intake grille while the WM models have the fan and intake grille as one piece for easy installation. All of the units are controlled by attic temperature which is good in the winter time to save on your heating bills.
This brand is made in Canada and can be purchased on Amazon but their guarantee is not as good as other brands. The 10W model is a low profile roof mounted solar attic fan for sloped roofs while the Flat Roof model is an all aluminum model that is made for flat rubber roofs. Both have a 400 CFM capacity, use brushless DC motors, and have integrated solar panels but they do not include a thermostat for fan control. The Gable model has a 1600 CFM capacity with a remote mounted tiltable panel and it includes a thermostatic control.
This brand is from TLM International Inc and can be purchased on their website or on Amazon. The ILG8SF301A model features a brushless dc motor for quiet and efficient operation as well as a tiltable solar panel to maximize the solar gain. They include an AC/DC power adapter so the unit can be ran at night. The ILG8SF303 model is a gable mounted fan and both models use a smart thermostat for controlling the fan. The units are backed by a pretty good guarantee.
This brand is from GAF and can be purchased at Lowe's or The Home Depot. The PRSOLAR2 model is a low profile roof mounted fan with a 750 CFM capacity while the PRHYBRID2 model can automatically switch between solar power and grid power for those cloudy days. They use durable brushless motors and are backed by a good guarantee but the panels are fixed on the units. The ERVSOLAR model has a tilt solar panel and a 525 CFM capacity but they are only available with a galvanized steel finish which really sticks out on the roof. The ERVHYBRID model can automatically switch from solar to grid power, has a tilted panel, and a 500 CFM capacity. The PGSOLAR model is for gable mounting and has a 685 CFM capacity and all of the models are thermostatically controlled and backed by a very good guarantee.
This brand is from Ventamatic Limited, is made in the USA, and is available at The Home Depot stores but their guarantee is not as good as other brands. The units do not include a thermostat for fan control as standard equipment but they are offered as an option. They are only available in one size (433 CFM) and the roof mounted models do not blend into the roof and really bring down the home's curb appeal. The CXSOLRFDM model has a tilt panel for maximizing solar gain and airflow while the CXSOLRF model has a remote panel which is good for homes where the fan is needed to be installed on the north side of the roof. The CXSOLGB model is a basic gable installed model.
This brand is made in the USA, can be purchased on Amazon and are backed by a very good guarantee. The roof mount models are available in five sizes and feature a tilted solar panel for better solar power gain and they are available in three color finishes. The Ultra Low-Profile model has a fixed panel and a 1597 CFM capacity while the Gable Mount models are available in four sizes. The units do not come with a thermostat for control but they are offered as an optional accessory.
This brand is made in the USA by QC Manufacturing INC and the units can be purchased through their website or Amazon Store. The units use durable ECM motors, are controlled by a thermostat, and are backed by a good guarantee but they are only available in one size. They have an inverter so that they can use grid power when the sun is not shining. The AFR SLR-40 model is roof mounted with a tilt panel and a 791 CFM capacity while the AFG SLR-40 model is gable mounted with a remote tilt panel and a capacity of 1486 CFM.
This brand offers both roof and gable mounted fans with an option for dual power to the fans for areas where attic cooling is required even at night. The units can be purchased directly from the manufacturer or on Amazon and are backed by a very good warranty. The Builder Series models are available in three sizes and are controlled by a thermostat and a humidistat where they turn on at 80 degrees or 75% humidity and off at 65 degrees or 55% humidity. They include the hybrid power adapter as a standard feature but are only available in the color black. The low profile and Gable Mount model are less noticeable and have a 1280 CFM capacity.
This brand is made in the USA but is only sold through authorized dealers and it is not easy to locate a dealer. The units do not come with a standard thermostat control but it is offered as a factory installed option. Their five blade fan and aerodynamically designed housing maximize the airflow on the roof mounted models and they are available in either high or low profile units. They use durable and efficient ECM motors and have a weather resistant powder coated housing. The Tilt Series is available in two sizes and allow positioning the panel to maximize solar gain while the Embedded Series offers a 900 CFM model where the panel is embedded in the housing. The Remote Series offers four sizes of units where the solar panel can be remote mounted which is good for cases where the fan must be mounted on the north side of the roof while the Gable Series units are available in three sizes.
The SR1800 Series features low profile roof mounted fans with a tilt solar panel but, if you do not need to tilt the panel, it is recessed into the unit. The units are thermostatically controlled and have an 1825 CFM capacity. They are available in black, brown, or weatherwood colors and are backed by a very good warranty. They can be purchased directly through the manufacturer's website.
These units are made by SOLATUBE INTERNATIONAL INC but they are only available through their dealer network and their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. They offer two sizes of roof-mounted units and they are available in either low profile or high profile models. They feature durable and efficient ECM motors but they do not include a standard thermostat for control although they offer them as an optional accessory. The IM 1500 model is designed to be added to an existing passive attic vent for an easy conversion to solar powered venting.
This brand is made in the USA and can be purchased through their Amazon Store. The units use durable ECM motors and are backed by a very good guarantee. The roof mounted models are low profile so that they are less noticeable on the roof. The Flat Base models are available in four sizes but the larger two sizes have a better guarantee for some baffling reason. The FB 1650 TLT FT model has a tilting panel so that you can maximize the solar gain and CFM while the Gable models are available in four sizes.
This brand is made in China and can be purchased through their website or Amazon Store. The unit has a built-in thermostat for fan control with a durable brushless DC motor and a 1230 CFM capacity. They include a power adapter so that they can switch to grid power when the sun is not shining and they include a remote control although another remote control is probably the last thing that a homeowner needs. They have a tilt panel to maximize solar gain and airflow but it does not rotate but the guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands.
This brand is made in the USA and features all metal construction for fire resistance and a lifetime guarantee but they are only available through authorized dealers. The standard roof mount model is a low profile fan with an integrated panel while the adjustable model allows for installation in less than ideal roof locations. The fan housing and flashing are made from aircraft grade spun-formed aluminum so they will not rust. The inner housing system is aerodynamically designed to produce maximum exhaust while the outer shell is powder coated for durability and does not lower the home's curb appeal.
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