Chapter 7A Compliant Vents

A patent pending vent design that resists the intrusion of flames and embers into the structure. Brandguard Vents are the first vent of its kind to address and meet the fire prevention and safety needs that code officials have been calling for.

NEW CODE EFFECTIVE 1/2008

• 704A.2.1 General. When required by Chapter 15, roof and attic vents shall resist the intrusion of flame and embers into the attic area of the structure,or shall be protected by corrosion resistant, non-combustible wire mesh with ¼ inch (6 mm) openings or its equivalent.
• 704A.2.2 Eave or Cornice Vents. EXCEPTION: Eave and cornice vents may be used provided they resist the intrusion of flame and burning embers into the attic area of the structure.
• 704A.2.3 Eave Protection. Eaves and soffits shall meet the requirements of SFM 12-7A-3 or shall be protected by ignition-resistant materials or noncombustible construction on the exposed underside.

 

 

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