Choosing the Right Roof Vent

The right product depends on your roof covering, tile profile, roof pitch and the type of ventilation required. Start by identifying the existing tile or slate before choosing a suitable option.

Different designs are available for:

• Plain tiles
• Interlocking tiles
• Pantiles
• Profiled concrete tiles
• Flat tiles
• Natural and man-made slates

Some products are designed to suit particular tile profiles, while others offer broader compatibility. Therefore, always check the individual product information before ordering.

Roof Tile and Slate Ventilation

Tile and slate ventilation products sit within the roof covering to provide airflow into or out of the roof space. They are available in different profiles, colours and designs to help integrate with the surrounding tiles or slates.

Importantly, ventilation performance also varies between products. The required quantity will depend on the roof construction, ventilation strategy and effective ventilation area provided by the chosen model.

Which Tile Vent Will Fit My Roof?

First, identify the manufacturer and profile of your existing roof tile wherever possible. You can then check this against the compatibility information for the product you are considering.

For example, manufacturers produce different solutions for plain tiles, pantiles and popular interlocking profiles. Choosing by appearance alone can result in the wrong product, so check compatibility and the stated minimum roof pitch before buying.

Can I Connect an Extractor Fan to a Tile Vent?

Certain models can be used as terminals for mechanical extraction or soil ventilation when fitted with the appropriate adaptor and duct connection.

However, not every product is suitable for this application. Check the manufacturer’s information and make sure the adaptor matches both the ventilation product and the required duct diameter.

eRoofing also stocks vent adaptors and flexipipes for compatible systems.

Other Ways to Ventilate a Roof Space

Tile and slate products are only part of a complete pitched roof ventilation range.

Felt lap vents fit into suitable roofing underlay laps and can provide additional airflow in existing roof spaces.

Soffit vents introduce air through the soffit at eaves level, while over-fascia vents provide a ventilation path above the fascia.

Each solution has a different purpose. As a result, the right choice depends on the roof construction and where ventilation needs to be provided.

Roof Vent Brands at eRoofing

Our range includes products from Klober, Timloc, Hambleside Danelaw and Ulti-Mate. These manufacturers offer solutions for a variety of tile profiles, slates and ventilation applications.

If you already know the manufacturer or tile profile you need, use the relevant category to narrow down the available options.

What Should I Check Before Buying?

Before ordering, check:

• Tile or slate manufacturer and profile
• Roof pitch
• Required ventilation area
• Intended application
• Duct diameter for mechanical extraction
• Compatible adaptors or accessories
• Required colour and finish

If you are replacing an existing tile, identifying its manufacturer and profile first will make it much easier to find a compatible option.