Many people don’t give much thought to the roof over their heads. It is easy to forget how important the roof on your home is. However, it is important that you are aware of some issues that can cause significant roof damage. One of them in inadequate attic ventilation. If you don’t know much about the importance of attic ventilation, Nickerson Roofing is here to talk about it and why it is so important to the health of your roof.
Why Attic Ventilation is so Important
The vents that are located on the top of your roof are there for more than just looks. They play a vital role in the health of your roof. The last thing that any homeowner wants to have to deal with is a premature roof replacement. If you don’t have the right amount of attic ventilation, that might be what you’re faced with. The attic vents in your home are there to help keep the air moving in the attic and underneath your roof. In the summertime, if you don’t have enough attic ventilation, it can cause the roof to literally bake on top of your home. In the wintertime, it can lead to condensation building up in the attic and ice dams forming on the roofline. Both of these scenarios are detrimental to your roof.
Signs You Don’t Have Adequate Attic Ventilation
If you don’t have the right amount of attic ventilation in your roof, you may start to notice that some issues arise. Knowing and understanding what these issues look like can help you spot them before the damage to your roof is extensive. Here are the signs that indicate you have a ventilation problem:
– Heat: If the upstairs bedrooms in your home are hotter than they should be, it could be a sign that the attic isn’t able to purge the hot air from the summer day.
– Ice Dams: If there are large chunks of ice that are forming on the roofline of your home in the winter, it can cause damage to your roof and will also be a big sign that there aren’t enough vents in the attic.
– Roof Damage: You might notice that there is sagging or deck discoloration on your roof. Another common type of roof damage is curling or cracked asphalt shingles.
– Pests: When there is too much moisture in the attic, it can cause termites and other pests to become a problem.
– Mold: Anytime there is excess moisture in your home without any way to dry it out, the risk of mold and mildew growth is elevated.
Roof Repair, Replacement & More in Truckee, Mystic, Tahoe City, Kings Beach & The North Lake Tahoe Basin of California
If you are concerned that your attic isn’t properly ventilated, you can turn to Nickerson Roofing to come take a look. We can add vents in your attic that can help keep your roof protected. If your roof is already damaged because of this issue, we can work on a roof replacement for you. Call us today!
