Can you vent an extractor fan directly into the eaves?

If the eaves are vented then this will be ok but it would normally be put through the eaves and a cowling fitted to keep weather and pests out

If the eaves has a vent that does not allow steam to return, yes. But normally it cannot be mounted in an eaves because all the steam remains in the attic damaging the wall next to the ventilation.

Venting an extractor fan through the eaves is generally not recommended. The moist air from the bathroom can condense in the eaves, leading to mold growth, mildew, and rot. It can also damage the insulation in the attic. It is generally recommended to vent an extractor fan through the soffit or a roof tile, where the moisture can escape freely.

If you have an extractor fan that is currently vented through the eaves, you should consider having it rerouted to a more appropriate location. You can do this yourself if you are handy, or you can hire a professional to do it for you.

Here are some of the reasons why it is not a good idea to vent an extractor fan through the eaves:

* **Moisture can condense in the eaves, leading to mold growth, mildew, and rot.**
* **Moisture can damage the insulation in the attic.**
* **The moist air can attract pests.**
* **The moist air can make the eaves more susceptible to damage from freezing and thawing.**

If you must vent an extractor fan through the eaves, you should take some steps to minimize the risk of problems. These steps include:

* **Use a fan with a high CFM rating.** This will help to remove as much moisture from the bathroom as possible.
* **Insulate the ductwork that leads to the eaves.** This will help to prevent condensation from forming in the ductwork.
* **Make sure that the eaves are properly ventilated.** This will help to allow the moist air to escape.

If you are concerned about the moisture in your eaves, you can have a professional inspect them. They can check for mold, mildew, and rot, and they can make recommendations for how to improve the ventilation in your eaves.

I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.

This is not recommended as the eaves are there for venting the roof

It is better to keep it venting to the eaves, and make sure that the extractor fan has got a flexible pipe that reaches the outside area.

Should be vented through the soffit
Even through the wall / and roof

No, because the moisture will be pushed inside the house and easily ends up in insulation.

the answer is yes you can fit directly into the eaves but would need a grill vent cover. but I would always use the alternate option as i wouldn't recommend it as the duct work can get squashed easily

no you would need to connect ducting to an external vent

Yes if vents and dry ridge system

Yes ,should be through the soffit or a roof tile, because the extractor fan works with power, and it’s not safe in a wet area.

It has to run through. Directly outside

there is no difference where it is mounted, it must be on an external wall and outside the building.

You need to keep the 'slots' in the eaves unblocked. The purpose of those is to vent the roof space so blocking them would cause problems. All you need to do is get positive venting from the fan. Your idea to put a vent in the eaves is sound as long as you can get the vent hose from the fan fitted to it.

You should use a separate outlet for the pipe as the existing vents won't be able to cope with the volume of air and you'll probably end up with steam in the loft.

Did you buy a kit or separate components?

If you've got a kit then there should be an outlet grille in that, if not you should be able to get one at the same place you bought the fan and flex pipe.