In Exeter, with its wooded roads, open land and quiet neighborhoods, roofs see snow, wind, rain and humid summers. Roof ventilation is one of the behind-the-scenes systems that helps your roof and attic handle those conditions.

Proper ventilation lets outside air move in low and out high so heat and moisture do not get trapped. A balanced system can:

• Reduce attic heat buildup in summer.
• Limit moisture and condensation that can damage wood, insulation and fasteners.
• Help control ice dams along the eaves in winter.
• Extend the life of shingles and roof decking.

Warning signs in Exeter homes include very hot attics in warm weather, musty smells upstairs, rusty nails or metal in the attic and frost or dark staining on the underside of the roof deck in winter.

A healthy system typically includes:

• Intake vents at the soffits to bring cooler air into the attic.
• Exhaust vents at the ridge or high on the roof to let hot, moist air out.

When we replace a roof in Exeter, we check ventilation along with shingles, flashing and decking. If intake is blocked or the exhaust vents are undersized, we fix those issues as part of the job so your new roof can perform as it should.

To see how ventilation fits into the whole picture, visit our Residential Roofing page. If you are planning a full roof replacement, our Instant Roof Estimate tool can give you a close planning range for your Exeter home.

If you are unsure about roof ventilation in your Exeter home, we can take a careful look and explain your options. Call 401-267-7663 or click Book Now to schedule a free roof and ventilation inspection. To see what we offer locally, visit our Exeter service area page.