The Ridge Vent System
New Ridge Vent Technology Combines Superior Performance with Eco-Friendly Solutions
Proper roof ventilation is critical to the health of your house and it's occupants. Many homeowners don't realize the critical role ventilation plays in protecting their roof from damage, keeping the house free of mold and protecting the overall investment they have made in their home.
The Importance Of Ventilation
Your home's roof is under constant bombardment from the outside elements. In addition to outside stresses, air from inside the house rises into the attic space, collecting under the roof. In improperly ventilated homes this air can cause damage to the roof and attic structure, pose a health risk, lead to higher utility costs, and even shorten the life span of your roof.
In warm climates hot moist air causes wood to rot, mildew buildup, and damages items stored in the attic. Also, air conditioners must work much harder to cool your home if hot air is trapped in the attic. In colder climates frost forms inside the attic, which melts, leading to considerable water damage in the attic and ceilings below.
The Ridge Vent Advantage
House ventilation technology has advanced dramatically over the last few decades, culminating with the development of ridge vents. Instead of using many single vents, a ride vent runs the entire length of your roof, providing even and reliable ventilation. Traditional roof vents are also unattractive, failure and leak prone, and must be expertly placed to provide proper ventilation.
More Reasons Why Choosing A Ridge Vent Solution Makes Sense
- Good ridge vent solutions allow homeowners to keep a clean, attractive roofline.
- Ridge vents utilize the natural flow of air and rising heat so no power or moving parts are required.
- Advanced ridge vents are easy to install. Look for products like Trimline Building Product’s Ridge Vents.
- Today’s ridge vents offer a range of designs to match your home's roof.
Look for High Performance Solutions
Some advanced ridge vent solutions offer benefits beyond standard ridge vents because they incorporate many additional features. To keep water and debris out of the attic, advanced ridge vents utilize revolutionary filter technology. Unlike traditional filters, which can clog, advanced ridge vent products allow air to continuously flow out while preventing dirt and other particles from becoming lodged in it.
Be sure and choose a ridge vent that is certified. Some ridge vents utilizing new technology pass the DADE County protocol, which consists of 8.8 inches of water per hour and 100 mile an hour winds. Advanced ridge vent products like Trimline Building Products Ridge Vents hold certification from Miami-Dade, Building Officials and Code Administrators International, International Conference of Building Officials, International Code Council (ICC), Texas Department of Insurance and Underwriters Laboratories Class A or C.
Eco-friendly ridge vents also contribute significantly to environmental sustainability. Choosing roofing products that are made from HDPE plastics and are 100% recyclable and manufactured locally are not only a wise solution for your house ventilation needs but an environmentally responsible choice too.