Garage Fans

At Solatube, we have 3 powered and solar ventilation solutions to remove heat and odors from your garage, man (or she) caves, workshops, and outbuildings.

Garage Fans

At Solatube, we have 3 powered and solar ventilation solutions to remove heat and odors from your garage, man (or she) caves, workshops, and outbuildings.

Being COOL is a breeze.

Garage fans make a huge difference in the enjoyability of your garage. Whether you’re working on your car, your fitness, or your next great project, you want to keep the harmful fumes and heat out. At Solatube, we have the solutions to keep you comfortable.

Lowers the temperature and improves your comfort.

Improves the air quality.

Prevents excessive heat, mold, and moisture accumulation.

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Ventilation solutions for every garage configuration.

We have 3 powered and solar ventilation solutions to remove heat and odors from your garage.

Solar Roof-Mounted Fans

Open ceiling garages

Solar roof-mounted fans are an ideal solution for garage and storage spaces with open ceilings, especially when the sun is beating down on your garage’s roof and there’s no insulation. The solar fan runs all day without adding cost while keeping the entire space cool.

Advanced motor technologies with progressive designs, delivering exceptional power and performance.

Solar-powered saves energy and reduces your utility bills. They also qualify for a federal tax credit, saving you even more.

Using a thermal switch, the fan will turn off when it gets cold and turn itself back on when the temperature gets hot in your attic.

Powered Garage Fan

Closed ceiling garages

For garages with attic space above them, you want to keep both spaces cool, and the structure protected from elements. The powered garage fan features fire-rated damper doors, and a Comfort Control remote providing custom settings at your fingertips.

High Powered Efficient Motor/ Fan Assembly with five engineered blades for maximum CFM.

Spring-loaded fire sensing damper doors prevent fire from spreading and meets garage fire rating requirements.

Designed to optimize airflow and fits between ceiling joist. No structural modifications are needed.

Solar Interior-Mounted Fan

When you’re as busy in the garage below as in the living space above it, a solar interior-mounted fan is a great solution to keep you comfortable. The solar panel sits discreetly on your roof to maintain your home’s curb appeal.

It easily mounts on the side of the wall.

Turn any vent into a powered vent.

The solar panel sits discreetly on your roof to maintain your home’s curb appeal.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Solatube Garage Fans

Why should I install a ventilation fan in my garage? +

A garage fan makes a huge difference in the usability and comfort of your space. Solatube garage fans actively pull out hot, stale air and harmful fumes, dramatically lowering the temperature, improving air quality, and preventing excessive heat, mold, and moisture accumulation.

What is the best fan for a garage with an open ceiling? +

For open-ceiling garages with no insulation, our Solar Roof-Mounted Fans are the ideal solution. They use the sun's energy to run all day without adding a dime to your utility bill, keeping your workshop, man cave, or outbuilding perfectly cool.

Can I install a garage fan if there is a room or attic above it? +

Yes! For closed-ceiling garages with attic space above, we recommend our Powered Garage Fan. It efficiently pulls air up and out to keep both spaces cool and protected from the elements. Best of all, it's designed to fit perfectly between your ceiling joists, so no structural modifications are needed.

Are these fans safe to install in a closed-ceiling garage? +

Absolutely. Safety is a priority, which is why our Powered Garage Fans feature spring-loaded, fire-sensing damper doors. These specialized doors prevent fire from spreading and meet strict garage fire rating requirements.

Do I have to manually turn my solar garage fan on and off? +

No, the system does the work for you. Our solar roof-mounted fans utilize an integrated thermal switch. This smart feature automatically turns the fan off when the weather gets cold and turns it back on when the temperature rises, optimizing your garage's climate automatically.

What if I don't want to cut a hole in my roof for a fan? +

If you prefer a wall-mounted option, our Solar Interior-Mounted Fan is a great alternative. It easily mounts on the side wall to turn any existing passive vent into an active, powered vent, while the solar panel sits discreetly on your roof to maintain your home's curb appeal.

Do solar garage fans qualify for tax credits? +

Yes! Because our solar-powered models use renewable solar energy to cool your home, they qualify for a federal tax credit. This saves you money on your initial investment on top of the ongoing savings on your utility bills.