A properly functioning and adequate
ventilation system is pivotal for the health of your roof and home. Your roof
ventilation system dictates how much fresh air flows into your attic and how
much hot air releases back outside. If your home's roof ventilation system does
not work correctly, you could have several issues that require repairs.
Continue reading to learn why proper ventilation is crucial for your roof in
the summer.
Preventing
Mold and Mildew
Your home inevitably produces a large amount
of warm and damp air inside. Since heat rises, this hot, damp air makes its way
into the attic. With a working system, the hot air would then be pushed outside
of your home. However, if you do not have enough return vents the hot and humid
air will end up sitting in your attic. Over time, the humid air will increase
the moisture in your attic, leading to mold and mildew growth. Mold and mildew
repair can get costly quickly, as well as cause health concerns for you and
your family.
Reducing
the Temperature Indoors
During the summer, your air conditioning
system is working hard to produce refreshing, cool air to keep your home
comfortable. If the warm air in your home rises to your attic with no way to
escape, your home will continue to be hot and uncomfortable. Having enough
vents in your ventilation system to allow the warm air to escape and keep your
home nice and comfortable this summer.
Decrease
Energy Costs
If your air conditioning unit is working
overtime to produce cold air but your home is filled with warm air, your air
conditioning unit is working that hard for very little reason. All of the cold
air is no match for the hot air that is stuck in your home. Not only will this
drive up the price of your energy bills since your units will be continuously
running, but your units will also experience more wear and tear, requiring additional
maintenance.
Prevent
Roof Damage
When the heat accumulates within your attic,
not only does it cause the inside of your home to heat up, it can cause your
roof to start to heat up. As your roofing materials experience heat on the top
and on the bottom, the roof decking adhesive can begin to break down and your
shingles can start to become brittle, crack, or curl. This damage to your roof
can then make it susceptible to leaks which can lead to water damage throughout
your home.
As a homeowner, there are a few things you
need to know about roof ventilation to ensure it's working properly. Learn more
about roof ventilation and how it affects you as a homeowner.
A properly functioning roof ventilation system
is extremely important for the health of your roof and home, especially during
the summer. To make sure your roof vent continues doing its job, it's time to
schedule a roof inspection. Roof It Forward offers a free video roof inspection
so our trained technicians can ensure that your vents and roof are in good
condition. Schedule your consultation with us today.
