As one of the leading roofing and gutter replacement contractors in the area, we know how essential attic ventilation is not just for your roof but also for your home. It keeps your roofing system intact and prevents it from incurring serious problems, including the following:
1. Shortened Roof Lifespan
Excess moisture and heat inside your attic can cause your roof’s decking to suffer dry rot and expedite the wear and tear of your underlayment and shingles. Premature loss of protective granules and forms of shingle damage like cracking, buckling and curling are often an indication of improper roof ventilation.
2. HVAC System Deterioration
You rely on your air conditioning unit for indoor comfort during the summer months. However, if your roof has poor ventilation, your equipment may have to work harder than it should to keep your interior cool. Adding unnecessary stress to your HVAC system can reduce its efficiency and performance, driving up your cooling bills.
3. Ice Dams
Ice dams are a common problem homeowners face during the winter season. It is a ridge of ice that forms along the edge of the roof and prevents melted snow from getting into the gutters. As water backs up behind the ice dam, it seeps through the roof’s layers, causing leaks. Scheduling an inspection with one of the top roofing contractors in the area can help deter the potential of ice dams forming in the colder months.
4. Mold and Mildew
Too much humidity within an indoor environment can help promote the growth of mold and mildew. If not addressed right away, these organisms can damage items in your attic storage and cause allergies to anyone living in your home.
Ensuring proper ventilation helps your roof “breathe” by bringing in fresh air through intake vents and taking out stale air from your attic via the exhaust vents. Improving attic insulation also helps prevent heat loss when the winter months arrive.
Count on Roofmasters Roofing and Sheet Metal for your exterior home improvement needs, from roof replacement to gutters installation. Give us a call at (785) 628-3614 or fill out our contact form to schedule your free estimate. We serve homeowners in Hays and Colby, KS.