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Whole House Ventilation: Why Take the Risk?

Poor attic ventilation can ruin your attic insulation, destroy your shingles and void the manufactures warranty, raise your energy bills, month after month!

It is estimated that 9 out of 10 homes in Dallas, TX do not have a proper attic fan or an adequate amount of soffit vents. Why? Because the average person is unaware that proper attic ventilation can impact the longevity of their entire home!

For example, in the summer, improper whole house ventilation can cause attic heat to build in excess of 160°F. This super-heated air eventually penetrates the ceiling insulation into the living area below.

Types of damage that can result include:

• Premature aging of your roofing system ("fried" and "cracked" shingles)
• Warping, cracking, or breaking down of wood framing
• Damage to siding, exterior or interior paint, and wallpaper
• Higher energy costs

A properly ventilated attic can help reduce the load on your air conditioner by moving the super-heated air out of your attic before it builds up and causes damage.

In the winter,various household appliances, bathtubs, showers, and cooking vapors can contribute to excess moisture build-up. Improperly ventilated attics will allow this moisture to collect and cling to the underside of the roof. The moisture will condense and fall, soaking the attic insulation and reducing its efficiency.

Additional structural damage can include:

• Roof deck warping and rotting of the wood frame
• Mildew growth
• Buckling of shingles and felt

Finally, attics should be properly ventilated to help prevent ice dams. During the winter, ice and snow on a roof will melt and run down the deck to the cooler eaves. This run-off can re-freeze, creating an ice dam that may force water back up under the shingles and leak into your home - causing hundreds or thousands of dollars of damage to your ceilings and walls. Proper attic ventilation reduces the amount of initial melting that occurs on your roof, thereby reducing the chance that ice dams will form.

Call (972) 276-2544 for a free estimate or for a free inspection of your attic fans and soffit vents. We are your Dallas whole house ventilation experts.