The crisp, dry winter air can make it easy to forget that indoor spaces, particularly the attic, can trap moisture within and cause damage to the roof. In today’s post, the local roofing and siding contractors at Ken Morton & Sons LLC discuss how trapped heat and humidity in the attic can affect your roof.
Most of today’s roofs are built with timber or a wood-based composite, which means prolonged contact with warm and humid air can result in long-term damage.
Fortunately, the problems described above are preventable. The first thing you need to do is make sure that the roof is properly ventilated. Most sloped roofs are built with exhaust vents at the ridge and intake vents at the soffits. If the attic still feels warm and humid, then the vents are not enough, and additional vents or fans may need to be installed. Have your roof inspected by your roofer for the right ventilation solutions.
Taking steps to control heat and moisture coming from your indoor spaces can help reduce what ends up in the attic. Your bathroom and laundry room have ventilation fans for this purpose. The same goes for the range hood over your stove. Opening the windows in your home for at least 15 minutes a day can also help flush out heat and humidity, along with indoor air pollutants. Lastly, check your attic at least once a year as part of your roof’s maintenance routine. If you notice signs of excessive heat and humidity, contact your roofer.
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