The ventilation system of your home is closely tied to your attic. The roofing system is essential to creating a ventilated home with plenty of airflow. Are you interested in learning more about the ventilation of your home and your attic? This is what you need to know.
Why Does Your Attic Impact Ventilation?
If your roof or attic doesn't have the proper ventilation, air and moisture can enter your home. Air should flow through things like cracks in windows and door frames. Fans can help improve ventilation.
When it is warm outside, the temperature outside can be intense. They can impact the interior of your home. Without the right ventilation, this can cause a lot of problems in your home, including an AC that does not work well, and indoor air quality that makes your home unsafe. When it's cold outside, heated air can mix with steam and cause mold and mildew to develop in the attic.
What Kind of Vents Do You Need?
Your ventilation system likely needs both intake and exhaust vents. This makes your roof as dry as it needs to be. There are a few types of vents you should be aware of.
The intake vents are usually lower on your roof, and you may even spot them under the eaves of your home.
Then, there are some exhaust vents. These vents might use fans, and they tend to be higher up on the roof because this is where the hot air tends to accumulate.
You need both types of vents to work together so that you can cool and hot air moving around. This is beneficial for making your home more comfortable, reducing the energy you use, and improving the lifespan of your roof.
What Are the Types of Intake Vents?
There are several different types of intake vents. These vents include soffit vents, which sit below your eaves. You may also have ridge and gable vents, which can be intake or exhaust vents depending on your needs.
What Are Types of Exhaust Vents?
Ridge vents are among the most common exhaust vents. You might also rely on roof turbines, static roof vents, powered roof vents, and gable attic fans.
Consult With a Roofing Contractor
It is important that you consult with a roofing contractor to discuss the ventilation in your home. You should speak with a professional to ensure that you do not have ventilation issues that your roof could cause or be impacted by.
