How long will your Dallas roofing repair last?

Ventilation is one of the most important aspects to home construction, yet attic ventilation is often overlooked or dropped from contracts to save costs and time-consuming problem solving. Inadequate attic ventilation can lead to numerous problems – roof failure being one of the most common and also the most damaging.

It can be difficult for homeowners to understand building science, it takes time, and often contractors will abandon critical components necessary to both the lifetime of a roof and the health of a customer.

Proper ventilation allows your home to breath. Warm moist air rises and without adequate means of escape, will build up as condensation, causing serious problems in your roof and attic; including mold and mildew. Heat can also build up in the attic in excess of 150 degrees, baking the roofing material from underneath, and lead to premature aging and failure of the roofing material.

Unfortunately, homeowners can also experience a larger setback: having to pay to remove and/or install another roof because the manufacturer declares the warranty null and void after inspecting an improperly ventilated roof. A manufacturer’s warranty is greatly reduced or void if the roof is not ventilated properly. Homeowners have to replace or repair roofs that should have another 10-20 years remaining on the warranty.

Many homeowners are unaware that attic ventilation is critical to the life of their roof and may not know to question or clarify the specifics of the ventilation process. Ventilation needs to be both at the eaves, underneath, and at the peak of the roof for proper intake and exhaust of excess heat and moisture. However, every roof is different and ventilation formulas are used to alleviate guesswork and are based upon the square footage of a home, the type and shape of the attic, and vent sizes. A qualified roofing contractor should be willing to provide these to the homeowner.

If you’re considering a repair or saving for the larger expenditure of a full replacement, have your roof inspected for proper attic ventilation. An inspection can save you thousands of dollars in the future, extend the life of your roof and possibly reduce the risk of health problems from attic mold and mildew.

Let us keep your Dallas roof from critical condition! Go Go Green Roofing and Solar, LLC specializes is all of your Dallas roofing repair needs. Let us come give your home a professional free inspection, and assess the ventilation needs of your Dallas roofing repair. Don’t hesitate and call us today at (682) 325-2682.