It’s understandable that roof ventilation is often overlooked, as most people are simply worried about their roof keeping their home dry. However, a well-ventilated roof can make life easier and better for those living beneath it. Proper roof and attic ventilation can lower heating and cooling costs, improve interior comfort, and grant a longer life to roof shingles. In the summertime, a properly ventilated roof allows hot air in the attic to escape, reducing the demand on your air conditioning system. In the winter, ventilation combines with good attic insulation to keep the roof surface cold, so that snow won’t melt on the roof surface and then freeze to form ice dams along the eaves.

Types of roof vents

There are different types of roof vents and different strategies for achieving effective roof ventilation. Here’s a brief list:

Add roof vents to ensure a long-lasting roof over your head

If your roof is not well-ventilated, ask a roofing contractor about improving roof ventilation with ridge, soffit or gable-end vents. All of these roof vents can be installed in an existing roof, or when your roofing is being replaced. The specialists at Wilco Contractors can help you choose the right type of roof vents for your home. We can repair or install roof vents and improve your attic ventilation.

Our professional roofing services, including roof repair, are available throughout Greater Dallas, including Rowlett, Desoto, Cedar Hill, Rockwall, Balch Springs, Duncanville, Lancaster, and nearby. Call us now to get a free quote on any of your roofing needs.