COMPLETE ENERGY SOLUTIONS - ATTIC VENTILATION
As the sun heats your roof, the air inside your attic will heat up. Hot air will rise and naturally exit out of the exhaust vents. This process can only happen if it has an entry point through what are known as soffit vents. Fresh air in replaces the hot air exiting.
Proper ventilation in your home will reduce the amount of moisture being trapped in your attic coming from your living space and contributing to mold and mildew in the attic space. Attic ventilation coupled with insulation and radiant barrier will result in a more comfortable living space and reduce energy usage.
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The Benefits of Ventilation Include:
• In the summer proper ventilation prevents the attic from becoming a hot-box that spills unwanted heat down into the living area.
• In the winter it could help prevent moisture from condensing on the insulation, rafters or roof deck.
• Unventilated attics can reach and exceed 150 degrees which can cause damage to shingles.
• Proper ventilation increases the performance of your insulation and radiant barrier.
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