In other words the entire vent opening doesn t count as vented space.
Insulation attic vents.
Covering up the soffit vents with loose fill or batts which can happen if you stuff insulation along the eaves is a huge no no.
For the same reason insulation shouldn t touch the roof s underside.
Rafter vent with built in baffle helps keep air moving in your attic.
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To completely cover your attic floor with insulation out to the eaves you need to install rafter vents also called insulation baffles.
The airflow from the soffits to the ridge vent keeps the roof cool and prevents ice dams and the material will block that flow.
Insulation is used in an attic for cross ventilation to minimize potential for moisture accumulation and condensation to help energy savings and moisture control.
Traditionally insulation materials that are placed inside of an attic will require air circulation within the attic space to assist in drying excess moisture in this indoor space.
That said air resistance and interference such as vent grates reduces the area of true ventilation.