You can say a lot of things about roofs, and most of them might be true. But one thing that nobody can argue with is that roofs are tops. This statement can be taken in several ways. A roof does for the top of your home. It can also act like a "top" or lid for your home, keeping the rain out. Then, there's the third meaning, which is the one we happen to like the most: roofs are the best. (People say things are "tops" when they really like them.) Since we like roofs so much, we've decided to write about them, and you've discovered the blog where we do that.
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Roofs: They're Definitely at the Top!
Tips For Enhancing Your Roof's Energy Efficiency
Brian Riley
During home renovations, people look into different ways they can increase their roof's energy efficiency. Optimizing your home's efficiency allows for more warmth during winter, cool air in the house during summer, and lower energy expenses. Often, upgrading your heating systems, doors and windows is an objective that would transform your home and make it more energy-efficient.
Your roof, on the other hand, is a crucial consideration. Every day, it bears the entire brunt of the sun's heat. If you enhance your roof's energy-efficient, you can make a substantial impact on your home. Some of the methods you can use for your home's energy efficiency enhancement include the following:
Proper Ventilation
Excellent airflow and proper ventilation in your home play a critical role in your roof's general health. It can get pretty hot during summer, especially in the attic. This heat can shorten your shingles' life, damage wood, and make your air conditioner work overtime if there isn't enough ventilation.
Heat will not be able to penetrate your home's interior if you add insulation. It helps prevent the stack effect. When heated air escapes via the roof, colder air rises from the lower level windows and your basement, creating this stack effect. Therefore, if you want to extend your roofing system's life, enhance its ventilation. Besides, it helps you save money on cooling.
Add Reflective Radiant Barriers
These barriers are definitely what their name implies. They are made of a heat-reflective material that looks like foil. If you want to add radiant barriers to your roof, fasten them to roof rafters and underneath the roof decking in the attic space. For more efficiency, install them correctly. Yet, you will need to consider local building regulations and take appropriate preventive measures. Radiant barriers can collect dust and sometimes even retain humidity in your insulation if fitted incorrectly. Humidity trapped within can lead to mold growth, and microscopic particles can become a fire hazard in your home.
Replace Your Roof
When shingles are old and outdated, they become prone to breaks. They easily buckle when they get exposed to heat stress for an extended period. As a result, cracks and gaps arise between the shingle layers. Such shingles increase energy consumption as the cooling systems overwork to keep the house comfortable. In the end, you have to dig deeper to foot the increased energy costs. Also, they jeopardize your roof's structural integrity and allow rodents into your home if not addressed.
Furthermore, moss-covered shingles indicate high humidity presence. If you don't replace them, the tiny breeze may cause them to crumble. Check your roof frequently to discover any weak points and have them fixed or replaced if the damage is severe. For efficient roofing, contact professional roofers to do the work for you.
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