Ensuring proper roof ventilation is a kind of service rendered by a reputable roofing company Houston homeowners can trust. After all, with the really humid summers Houston experiences, improper roof ventilation can trap humidity in the attic area and this can result in a variety of problems.
Structural Risks. When heat and moisture are trapped in the attic area, the roofing materials and supporting structures are more likely to undergo premature deterioration and rotting. Excess moisture can also adversely affect the efficiency of your roof insulation materials and give way to mold and mildew problems.
Property Damage. When the supporting roof structures are compromised, there is a big possibility that the adjacent structures will also be adversely affected. Aside from the potential structural damage, the excess moisture and heat trapped in the attic area can also damage your personal property that you have stored in your attic.
Skyrocketing Bills. Without proper roof ventilation, the hot and humid summer air trapped in the attic area will affect the overall temperature in your house. When this happens, your air conditioner needs to work longer and harder to cool your house down, which will then cause your energy bills to skyrocket.
Ventilation is very important in prolonging the lifespan of your roof system and in reducing roof damage risks. Generally speaking, a house needs 1 square foot of ventilation in the attic for every ceiling space of 300 square feet. However, it would be better to consult a professional Houston roofer to accurately determine the needed ventilation for your home.
To avoid the aforementioned risks, it would be practical to determine whether your roof area is properly ventilated or not and to make the necessary adjustments as soon as possible. Call (281) 358-2553 to have our roofing specialist give you a free onsite inspection and a comprehensive assessment of your roof ventilation needs. You can also fill out our online request form on https://alltexexteriors.com/.
