Your roof is made up of more than just your asphalt shingles. It is actually an entire system made up of several components that each have an important role to play. One of these important but often overlooked components is your roof soffits. In today’s post, a trusted local roofing company explains what soffits are and what they do for your home.
What Are Roof Soffits
Soffit is the material that is located between the roof’s eaves and is part of the overhang where your roof meets your siding. Simply put, if your roof had an underbelly, then the soffit would be it.
Aside from making your roof look more finished, it also acts as a passive ventilation unit for your attic. Before soffit became a popular means of ventilation for your attic, roofers often used gable or hood vents to create airflow. The problem is that gable and hood vents only circulate air in their specific areas. This allows mold to grow where air doesn’t circulate.
Soffits are a much more effective way to ventilate your attic. Air entering your soffit cycles to the vents to draw heat and moisture away from your house. As we all know, moisture is mold’s best friend and if we allow our attic to become too hot and humid, it can eventually lead to roof rot and a decrease in indoor air quality.
In addition to aiding in proper air circulation, the soffit also helps prevent pests from entering your home through the roofline and gutters.
From siding replacement to full-on roof replacements and everything in between, if you are looking for quality exterior home services, turn to the experts over at Ken Morton & Sons. Give us a call at (856) 582-8800 or fill out our contact form to schedule a free consultation today. We serve homeowners in Pitman, NJ, as well as its surrounding communities.
