It’s important to keep your roof well-ventilated during the winter season for many reasons. After all, your roof protects your home against the long term effects of moisture, as well as keeping your home energy-efficient and beautiful. This is why it’s important to facilitate superior ventilation, especially during the winter months. In this post, Precision #1 Contractors Inc., your trusted siding contractor, explains more here.
Having a properly vented roof makes your home comfortable while protecting your home against problems like rotting, mold growth, warping, and ice damage, especially during the winter season. Keep in mind that during the winter months, warm air can rise into the attic. With poor ventilation, moisture can affect your roof’s core components, putting its integrity at risk.
A quality intake vent allows cool, dry air to enter your attic. The warm air trapped inside can escape through the exhaust vents. When you’re installing an attic vent, make sure that you contact trusted roofing contractors to do the job. They’ll ensure that the vents aren’t blocking anything essential to your air circulation. This ensures that the air you feel inside your home is equal and that you won’t have to deal with moisture’s negative effects.
Don’t forget other aspects of your home such as the electrical unit, HVAC system, and chimney openings are secured to ensure that airflow won’t leak out. In case you notice damage on any of these components, make sure that they are repaired or replaced as soon as possible so that the issue won’t ensue. Also, it’s worth noting that you shouldn’t seal your vent since moisture can become a problem if cold air doesn’t get into your attic.
Looking for expert roofers and stucco specialists? Look no further than Precision #1 Contractors Inc. We’re a preferred James Hardie® company that aims to give you outstanding customer service and quality workmanship for you to get the most out of your home improvement investment. Contact us at 215-364-5115 or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation.
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