Residential
Roles Of Ridge Vents And Roof Ventilation
A ridge vent is a system of air exhaust vent that is installed on the top of a roof to enable the exit of hot air from the roof compartment and the inflow of fresh air to the attic of the roof of a building.
In the process of the vent installation, an air slot is created by cutting out a specific part of the roof deck and the top. After that, the air slot is covered with the ridge vent. The ridge vent helps resist rain and snow driven by the wind and protects the roof against debris and insect infiltration.
The ridge vent system is sometimes finished with the installation of ridge cap shingles, which helps protect the ridge vent and beautify the finishing.
Roof ventilation could help reduce your demand for an air conditioner in your home, as it ensures the exit of hot air outside the roof compartment, then allows fresh air into your house, thereby reducing your cooling cost during hot/warm climate periods.
The ventilation system also helps prevent snow from melting and freezing your roof, resulting in ice dams’ accumulation along the roof’s eaves. This helps protect your roof from damages; otherwise, your roof may not be able to live its lifespan.
