Why Roof Ventilation Is Important

1 year ago

The roof of a home is one of the most important, and often most neglected, parts of a home. A roof provides essential protection from harsh weather for those inside. That’s why it’s critical that you keep your roof in good health. The last thing you want is roof problems that end up costing you tons of money. Proper ventilation is a key step in keeping your roof in tip-top shape. Read on to learn more about why roof ventilation is important.

Why do Roofs Need Ventilation?

Roof ventilation is necessary to prevent moisture buildup in your home. Without proper ventilation, a home’s attic or enclosed rafter space can see temperatures rise to over 170 degrees Fahrenheit during the summer months. Such high temperatures can cause damage to your roof’s shingles and even lead to a buildup of moisture that causes mold and mildew growth.

5 Reasons Roof Ventilation is Important

You already know the main reason why roofs need ventilation, which is a good start. As we said, roof maintenance is critical and not something that should be ignored. In case you need even more convincing on why you should ventilate your roof, here are 5 reasons why roof ventilation is important:

It prevents damage from a buildup of mold or mildew.
If the attic is not ventilated to code it voids any warranty on shingles or tile underlayment.
Having a well-ventilated attic lowers your utility bill.
It creates a more comfortable environment inside a home by preventing extreme temperature changes.
Your roof’s lifespan can be improved by properly ventilating it.

What Happens If a Roof is Not Vented?

A roof that is not properly ventilated is at risk of damage from moisture buildup that causes mold and mildew to grow. This can lead to rot further down the line that drastically shortens your roof’s lifespan. Some other risks of not ventilating your roof properly include a higher utility bill, extreme temperatures inside your home, damage to shingles\ or tile underlayment.

Roof Repairs and Ventilation

A damaged roof should be inspected as soon as possible. You never know if the problems that seem small actually run much deeper. The best thing to do is have your roof inspected for any repairs before you decide to install additional ventilation. When you do decide to install ventilation on your roof, you’ll have several great options to choose from. This includes ridge vents, box vents, frieze vents, solar-powered vents and many others. The good thing is that you can have your roof inspected while receiving a project estimate at the same time.

Get A Free Estimate on Your Roof Project

At Roofstar Arizona, we’re dedicated to providing quality roofing services and making sure your roof is in the best shape it can be. We help people throughout the Phoenix-Mesa area with all of their roofing needs. If you are looking to keep your roof in good health, call us today for a free estimate on your roof project. A member of our team will be happy to speak with you and answer any questions you may have. Many homes are already properly ventilated. If so, we will tell you. Remember, we will never sell you anything you do not need. We’ll tell you the truth about your roof.

This is the second time I’ve used Roofstar for roof repairs. Jeff and Roofstar has been honest and fair with their prices compared to other companies however the big difference to me was with the customer service. Jeff Knudson, the owner, came out to our house personally to explain to me what the problem and the options were. Not everything was “urgent” or “required” to be repaired; some items were necessary and some were “nice to have” in order to prevent future repairs. I appreciated the honesty and the option to select the level of repairs that I needed and fit into my budget. Outside of some delays early on during the quote process, the work was completed timely and per the quote provided, no hidden fees or changes to the original quote. I am very happy with the work performed by Roofstar and will recommend Roofstar to any friends and neighbors requiring roof work.

Brian

Gilbert, AZ

Just met Santiago. Every business should have a representative like him!

George D.

Sun Lakes, AZ

From start until finish, Roofstar Arizona was the perfect choice for our house. We were given a very clear and thorough quote for the work our 30+ year old roof needed; we could’ve choose to ‘band-aid’ key areas and spend less, or we could spend the money and fix it right. We had saved and knew we’d have to spend a good amount of money for the work, but Roofstar was professional enough to offer choices. We had a slight miscommunication with regard to instruction with the on-site supervisor, and though we were able to easily clear things up, Roofstars’ owner Jeff drove himself to our home just to make sure our minds were at ease. Excellent touch. The workers were courteous and very thorough with the work. They stuck to the time needed to complete (we had good weather), and our home has a new roof, ready for the next 30 years. It looks great, and we have the confidence knowing the job was done right. Great work, guys. Highly recommend this company.

….03/2020–an update–we’ve had a few rainy days since the roof work–and everything is in fantastic order. These guys did a great job for us, and I know they will for you, too.

Dan Y.

We had work done last week, they were thorough, reasonably priced, on time, cleaned up after themselves, and provide before and after photos. They also have an inspector check the work after, they do not try to sell you things you do not need. I appreciate their honesty.

Melody H.

After a monsoon storm ripped off half our asphalt shingles, I got several quotes from Valley roof companies. Roofstar impressed me with their quote, attention to detail, and quality photos showing the job as a whole. I went ahead used Roofstar, who replaced the entire roof while I was out of town and did a great job picking up the trash, sealing the A/C unit, and affixing new drip edges. I had a small issue with the new trim not matching the old color and the owner, Jeff, was kind enough to come back out and paint the trim himself. Would I recommend Roofstar to friends and family? SURE! They stand behind their work.

Chad H.

I have a new roof today thanks to Roofstar. From the estimate with Chris with understanding the process. Able to talk to all top brass with the care and interest in sharing the process through the team that showed up and did The work. Always willing to answer my questions I am thrilled with the results. Thanks Jeff, Jose, Juan, and Chris. I would highly recommend your team. Your onsite workers were fabulous.

Nancy H.

Excellent service! They install some bird barriers that other companies do not. They explained everything in easy to understand terms. Very friendly and very knowledgeable. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a quality and reputable company.

J R.

I want to extend my compliments to Santiago Sr & Jr. I really appreciated Santiago Sr’s sense of ’ownership’ with the job and recognize and am grateful for the effort that he and his son put into making sure the job was done well. They did excellent work! Thank you.

Louie B.

Scottsdale, AZ

Roofstar provides great customer service. I was able to text the office manager and our job supervisor when I had questions and their response indicated concern and a desire to be helpful. The work was done in a timely manner and is high quality. I would definitely recommend to others.

Eva D.

Love that they didn’t try and sell you a roof and repaired. Thanks for helping us get by to save up for complete repair. Work was done timely. I loved they had women roofers!

Candace B.

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