T Roof Damage Due to Poor Attic Ventilation
Your family may feel cool and comfortable inside, but your attic could be a different story. Without proper ventilation, attic temperatures in the Chicago suburbs can climb to 160°F or more in the summer. Insulation helps slow the transfer of this extreme heat into your living space — but it won’t protect your roof from the damage caused by a super-heated attic.
Poor Attic Ventilation Can Lead to Serious Roof Damage Overtime
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Cracked & curled shingles: Excess attic heat cooks shingles from below, shortening their lifespan.
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Structural damage: Roof decking can warp, weakening the roof system.
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Moisture problems: Hot, stagnant air traps humidity, encouraging mold and mildew.
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Winter ice dams: Poor summer ventilation creates uneven roof temps in winter, leading to leaks.
Unaddressed Attic Heat Can Get Costly
Roof replacements for an average size home in the Chicago suburbs will typically range from $10,000–$20,000+. Once heat damage sets in, patching won’t fix the underlying problem. Proper attic ventilation can protect extend the life of your roof, reduce cooling costs, and increase living space comfort for a small fraction of a roof replacement.
Smart, affordable prevention
Attic Air helps extend the life of your roof with proven solutions:
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Intake and roof vents to allow air flow, removing hot air and replacing it with cooler outdoor air
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Attic fans to keep attic temperatures stable year round
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Blown-in fiberglass insulation to lower cooling costs and improve year-round comfort
Attic Air offers free on-site attic ventilation assessments across the Chicago suburbs. Call to schedule an appointment today at 630.830.3870