Need a window exhaust fan with louvers that close automatically

ventilation

I currently put a box fan in a window as an exhaust fan when I need to ventilate a room in my house. But when I turn the fan off, I need to remove the fan and close the window. I'd like to have a system with louvers that automatically close when the fan shuts off so I don't need to worry about hot air or bugs coming in. But I don't want a unit that requires any alterations to the window frame. Is there such a thing?

Best Answer

Plenty of manufacturers make louvered fans that only require air flow (or the lack of) to operate the louvers. If you don't want to screw the flange to the window frame, you can attach a smaller one to a plywood insert, cut to fit snugly inside the frame.

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