Do you know anything about roof ventilation? Many NJ homeowners overlook the necessity of it. Proper roof ventilation is very important for for preserving the condition of your roof and home as well as saving you money. Below are a few reasons that explain the importance of proper roof ventilation.
Benefits of Proper Roof Ventilation
Extends the life of your roof:
Have you ever seen icicles build up on the edges of roofs and gutters? This ice buildup is known as ice damming. You can see the icicles, but you can’t see the damage that they’re doing to the edge of your roof. Ice damming happens when heat from inside your attic combines with heat from the sun to melt snow and ice on your warm roof. When the resulting water runs to the edge of the roof, it begins to refreeze. As the ice and water build up at the edges of your roof, it can back up behind/underneath the roofing materials, causing damage to your whole roof system, your attic and even inside the walls of your home.
Proper roof ventilation helps this warm air escape before it has a chance to melt the snow and ice on your roof. A well-vented roof is easy to see in the winter months. It still has snow on the roof, but not an icicle in sight. There are benefits of good roof ventilation when it’s hot outside as well. When the temperature outside rises, the temperature on your roof can be nearly double. A hot roof over a poorly vented attic translates into a very hot attic. This is because unventilated or poorly ventilated attics don’t have an escape route for the heat that builds up. This buildup of heat can damage your shingles from the inside out. An evenly vented roof will allow the hot air to escape keeping your roof and attic cooler.
Reduces energy costs:
When the temperature increases outside, we all want to stay cool inside. Proper roof ventilation allows heat to escape, which reduces the workload on your air conditioner. This one is simple: an air conditioner that’s running less means a lower electric bill.
Reduces indoor temperature extremes:
Have you ever walked upstairs and thought it was at least 10 degrees warmer than it was in your living room? Those who live in ranch-style homes may also notice that although the room doesn’t feel cool, your feet are as cold as ice. These indoor temperature extremes are often the result of bad roof installation. Once your roof is adequately vented to allow the hot air to escape and the cool air to enter the attic space, your home will be more comfortable year-round.
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Deegan Roofing is a New Jersey roofing contractor that provides roofing services such as: roof replacements, roof ventilation, roof repairs, siding services, and much more. Our NJ service towns include Branchburg, Scotch Plains, Paramus, Toms River, Seaside Heights, Little Falls, Red Bank, Point Pleasant, and many more. For more information about our services, call us today at 908 322 6405 or visit our website: