Ridge vent
A ridge vent is a type of vent installed at the peak of a sloped roof which allows warm, humid air to escape a building's attic. Ridge vents are most common on shingled residential buildings.
Early 20th century industrial gas processing plant near Petrolia, Texas. Structure is illustration of natural ventilation with a ridge vent.
Ridge vents are also used in industrial warehouses to help release the hot air and help circulate comfortable air inside the building.
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