Originally posted on 07/26/2019
No one likes to feel overheated. Though that can happen at any time of the year (for my friends who dress in layers or the buildings that turn the heat up too high), summer is especially dangerous for overheating. Thankfully, we can dress down, grab some ice water, turn on the AC, or go for a dip in the pool to cool off. But houses are a different matter.
To keep a house from overheating, you will need to have the right roof ventilation to let the hot air escape without letting in the weather or letting out your indoor heating or cooling. Begin planning for your summer now. Read on to learn about the different roof vent options.
Box Vents
Box vents, or low profile vents are static vents with no moving parts. The vent covers a hole in the roof. This hole allows hot air and moisture to escape while the vent prevents anything from getting inside the house.
Wind Turbines
Similar to box vents, the wind turbine vent sits over a hole cut in the roof, but this vent has a moving part. The wind causes a spinning action that draws even more hot air and moisture out of the house.
Power Vents
Now let's move into a more dynamic ventilation system. The power vent has a motor driving fans that pull out hot air. Think of this as an active version of the wind turbine vent. The good power vents come with adjustable thermostats that automatically turn on when the heat in the attic crosses a threshold temperature.
Ridge Vents
Roofers install ridge vents on the edge of the roof and have no moving parts. The vent runs the horizontal length of the roof's edge. The extent of the vent helps it blend into the roofline.
Soffit Vents
Soffit vents' big job is to draw air into a roof's ventilation system. This vent gets installed in the soffits and eaves of a roof. The soffit vents work most efficiently with ridge vents.
Get the Custom Roof Ventilators You Need from Experienced Professionals
Don't let your home trap warm air in the ceiling of your top floor. Make sure you have the proper roof ventilation to prevent issues in the summer and winter. JLM Contracting handles sheet metal fabrication projects to help homeowners get the most out of their roofs. If you need a new sustainable roof, give us a call today.
