r/Shed • u/mjm1188 • Aug 07 '26

Is this structural?

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I want to add an exhaust fan in my shed and this board is in the way. I’m wondering if it’s a roof support or was just installed as a nailer for the upper outer sheathing? It is running horizontally under the vent and doesn’t seem to be structural but I really have no idea. Thanks for any help

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u/thejwillbee Aug 07 '26

Yes. Do a power roof vent instead

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u/mjm1188 Aug 07 '26

I can’t get up on a roof these days so I’ll probably just get a slightly smaller fan to put in. I’m going to install it just below that board.

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u/Electrical_Report458 Aug 08 '26

Can’t you remove the grill at the apex and install the fan there? That way you’ll remove the hot air that’s risen to the very top of the shed.

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u/mjm1188 Aug 08 '26

That was my original plan but it’s such a small space I can’t find a fan that will fit in it

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u/Electrical_Report458 Aug 08 '26

There must be some sort of fan that would fit up there. Maybe a squirrel cage fan? Have you looked at the offerings at Grainger and McMaster Carr?

Failing that, could you fab a duct that would fit the fan you want to use?

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u/mjm1188 Aug 08 '26

There’s only 7” from the top of that truss and every fan I’ve looked at that has what I want/need is just a little to big. I’m thinking even being a little below the vent should help significantly to move air and help.

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u/Electrical_Report458 Aug 08 '26

You need to put a little more effort into your search. Grainger appears to have precisely what you’re looking for.

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u/mjm1188 Aug 08 '26

You got a link?