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RIDGE VENT
A ridge vent is a type of vent that is mounted at the peak of a sloped roof to allow warm, humid air to escape from the attic of a house. Ridge vents are most commonly seen on shingled homes.
A primary protective component of roofing is one of the most important elements of a properly constructed roofing system. The WeatherShield Ridge Vent is designed to be installed at the top ridges of your roof. It has earned the designation of ENFINITY Integrated Roofing Accessories. It’s a less expensive alternative to many other ridge vents on the market.
WeatherShield adapted all the experience gained from decades of manufacturing traditional Ridge Vents to offer a product strong and reliable enough to be the foundation for today’s roofing installation.
“MADE BY ROOFING EXPERTS, FOR ROOFING EXPERTS.”
- No cracking, peeling, or blistering over time
- Custom made ridge vent for a secure, tight, and permanent fit
- PREVENTS debris, water, and animals from entering the home
- FITS A RIDGE from 2/12 to 16/12
This roof was not built to compete with other roofs, it was meant to replace them.
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- Stronger than it seems. This ridge vent is made from heavy-weight UV resistant Polypropylene, it is more resistant to cracking, peeling, and blistering over time.
- Weathersheild ridge vents sport weather-proofing underlapping joints. These joints eliminate cross blown debris from entering or blocking the vent
- Featuring fully supported nail holes, making it impossible to crush the vent during installation
- External baffle runs the length of the ridge. This is critical because it forces air over the vent which creates negative air pressure on the top of the vent, drawing air from the attic
Ridge vents solve the problem of hot attic air by allowing it to escape to the outside. They’re particularly useful in the summer because they reduce the heat in the attic, reducing the amount of work an air conditioner has to do.
They perform just as well in rainy conditions as they do in sunny weather because the warm air they emit melts any ice or snow it comes into contact with, avoiding any accumulation or blockages. Ridge vents not only help your roof last longer, but they also help your drywall, insulation, and siding last longer by keeping moisture out and preventing premature deterioration.
Types Of Ridge Vents
There are two basic types of ridge vents used in roofing shingle systems:
- Shingle-over ridge vent
- Aluminum ridge vent
Shingle-over vents and aluminum vents are the two most common types of ridge vents. A shingle-over vent is a form of roof vent that is built over the ridge and covered with asphalt shingle caps that match the surrounding roof shingles. The mushroom-shaped profile of an aluminum ridge vent is combined with a large flange on both sides that sits on top of the roof shingles. This aluminum cap is the finished product and does not include additional asphalt shingle ridge caps. For both styles of ridge vents, the roof ridge is prepared in the same way.
The roofing system’s ridge vent is a crucial aspect. In most roof replacement projects, the price gap between ridge vent options adds up to a few hundred dollars. Choosing a higher-quality, more robust, stronger vent is well worth the extra cost if you’re investing in high-quality ENFINITY Forever Shingles that will increase the value of your home for years to come. As a result, WeatherShield Ridge Vents are strongly suggested.
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Different Ridge Vent Styles
Although older ridge vents protrude from your roof and stick out against shingles or tiles, today’s ridge vents are virtually undetectable. Roof accessory selection is one area that many homeowners neglect, and it can make or break the overall appearance of your roof. Today’s ridge vents are a safe bet because they work with a wide range of roofing materials, including asphalt shingles, cedar shakes, flat tiles, metal, and stone-coated steel, and they blend in with any architectural style.
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Installing roof ridge vents will help you avoid a slew of problems in the future, as well as provide you with a ton of other advantages, such as:
- INCREASE VENTILATION
- PROMOTE ADEQUATE AIR FLOW
- PROLONG ROOF SERVICE LIFE
Roof ridge vent options from ENFINITY are currently available. ENFINITY is a well-known company that stands behinds its products with a strong roofing “lifetime” warranty. The WeatherShield, which is a vent that is mounted at the peak of a sloped roof to allow warm, humid air to escape from the attic of a house, is one of the many ENFINITY Roofing Products.
There Are A Number Of Factors When Selecting The Best Ridge Vents
Ventilation is obviously important in every attic. Your shingle roof will last longer if your attic is well ventilated, and your air conditioning bill will be lower as well. Ridge vents are classified as static ventilation because they do not have any mechanical moving parts and do not run on electricity or solar power. For most of the roofs out there, the safest place to add static ventilation is on the ridge.
The volume of air that a shingle-over-ridge vent and aluminum ridge vent pass is not a significant difference. Although the most noticeable distinction between the two is cosmetic, they also vary in maintenance specifications. Since all of the fasteners are exposed—they go straight through the surface of the vent and through the roof decking—the shingle-over-ridge vent has a nicer, more consistent look than the aluminum vents, which are more prone to leaks down the path.
Some shingle-over-ridge vents are superior to their conventional counterparts in terms of ventilation. The better ones have a baffle device that prevents water from backing up and leaking into the attic through the ridge. It essentially acts as a dam, preventing water from entering while allowing ample air flow. When searching for shingle-over-ridge vents, keep this in mind: does it have a baffle system? You should also ensure that it has a good, wide opening and that the vent is easily secured. Some would also have markings indicating where the nail should be inserted for installation.
There are a variety of ENFINITY ridge vent roofing items on the market right now, making it simple to find one that meets your needs and suits your budget. If you need assistance in finding a roofing contractor to assist you with your roofing project, please contact us. We can put you in touch with an ENFINITY contractor in your region.
What Do Experts Say About Ridge Vents
Ridge vents, according to the majority of roofing experts, are the most efficient and cost-effective roof vents available. A ridge vent without baffles (blinders that prevent outside air from passing through the vent) can provide almost no ventilation. Gable vents can only circulate air through a portion of your attic.
Although static roof-line vents are effective for ventilation, they are generally not recommended due to leak issues. Air can become trapped at the top of your attic due to soffit vents. Most effective ventilation uses a ridge-and-soffit continuous ventilation system, but even these designs can vary from roof to roof.
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A ridge vent is an essential component of a roof’s ventilation system. The ridge vent, which is located at the top of a sloped roof, allows humid, warm air to escape from the attic. A properly mounted ridge vent improves energy efficiency and increases the roof’s lifespan.
Ridge vents, according to the majority of roofing experts, are the most efficient and cost–effective roof vents available. Gable vents can only circulate air through a portion of your attic. While static roof–line vents are effective for ventilation, they are usually not recommended due to leak issues.
If you see light all the way along the ridge in your attic, you have a ridge vent.
Moisture can reach your roof from a variety of entry points, and rain can enter through all of them. The ridge vent is one possible entry point. Ridge vents keep moisture out by letting warm air out, but if the vents are destroyed, wind-blown rain may get in.
When the wind conditions are just right and you have ridge vents, attic snow will accumulate. Snow is obviously useless in the attic because it will inevitably melt, causing damage and probably mold.
Ridge vents do not leak if installed and maintained properly. Improper installation, on the other hand, results in leaky vents. Installers can use the wrong nails or shorter nails to secure the vents to the structure in some cases. Sealant is another issue that can lead to leaking roof ridge vents.
The reality is that, while other roof vents provide some ventilation (which is better than none), most experts agree that ridge vents are the most reliable and cost–effective roof ventilation system available. Yes, according to our opinion. You want to prolong the life of your roof as much as possible, particularly if you’re installing a new one.
Roof harm and higher utility costs are the two major risks associated with excessive ventilation. If there is too much air circulating, moisture will accumulate on your roof, causing damage that will weaken spots and eventually lead to leaks.
Vents that run along the roof ridge are an alternative to those that exit via the roof decking or gables, and they could be the only roof vents you need if the ridge is long enough. You shouldn’t need a fan if you have enough room at the base of the roof for an equivalent number of soffit vents.
The ridge vent will not function if there is no proper soffit or other intake. The use of a ridge vent in conjunction with continuous soffit vents creates a flow of air similar to that of a chimney. A ridge vent is much more powerful than gable vents, even without soffit vents.
What is the best kind of roof vent for me? Soffit vents for intake and ridge vents for exhaust are the most popular options. Box vents are usually the second best choice for exhaust in homes that do not have a ridge vent.
Ridge vents run the length of the horizontal ridges on the roof. Ridge vents have the advantage of preventing hot and cold spots in the attic, resulting in a more even cooling effect.
If there are trusses, the average size of the ridge vent cut out should be 3.5″ or a maximum ridge board width of 1.5″. (or anything between). This will allow air to flow freely out of the attic and into the ridge vent in question. This 3.5″ corresponds to 1.75″ on either side of the peak’s center.
They claim that in the summer, weak or non-existent ventilation may cause attic temperatures to reach 150 degrees or higher. This can result in shingles and other roofing materials being weakened, as well as condensation forming and mildew and mold growing.
To summarize, seal air leaks in your attic floor to prevent roof venting from sucking conditioned air into the attic and causing moisture issues. It’s a good idea to add a ridge vent, because it won’t compete with the gable vents. Leave the gable vents alone if they aren’t letting in rain or snow.
Attic venting, when performed properly, can help to minimize condensation in the winter and summer. And when the outside air is hot and humid, the attic room is much cooler than the outside air if it is air-sealed from the interior. The more moisture (absolute humidity) the air space will bear, the hotter it is.
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Since they are located at the top of a roof’s ridge, continuous ridge vents are more effective at allowing warm air to escape from the attic. There are several good ridge vents on the market, but the continuous vent is the most powerful, rather than the individual roof vent.
A hole in the roof is used to mount this form of vent. They appear to be a low-profile metal box sitting on top of the shingles from the field.
The ridge vent will be covered by the ridge cap. Along the entire length of the roof ridge, a small vent hole must be cut. Then, on top of it, a metal or plastic ridge vent is mounted. Ridge vents are built to keep water out of your home by preventing it from entering through the tube.
The ridge vent will be covered by the ridge cap. Along the entire length of the roof ridge, a small vent hole must be cut. Then, on top of it, a metal or plastic ridge vent is mounted. Ridge vents are built to keep water out of your home by preventing it from entering through the tube.
Heat migrates from homes with insufficient attic insulation and ventilation. Meanwhile, since hot air contains a lot of moisture, all of the water in your attic is causing condensation. Excessive heat and condensation will seriously harm your roof and its materials.
It is not natural to hear excessive noise inside or outside your house. When the wind blows strongly, the air in your attic is lifted out of the ridge vent faster than when there is no wind. It is drawn in through the soffit vents.
The majority of air vent designs prohibit water from entering directly. Roof vents can also leak water in the event of a heavy rainstorm or strong winds. Rain could be blowing up under the hood and into the vent if your roof vent leaks during a heavy downpour.
During the winter, you must leave your roof vents open – do not close them! During the winter, roof ventilation helps to maintain a consistent temperature. Closing the vents leaves the attic room too warm and dry, which is ideal for mold and pests to thrive.
To prevent rain from blowing through the vent, place a deflector over the window. To fit your existing vent cover, deflectors come in a variety of sizes, configurations, and colors. For outdoor use, choose a stainless steel vent cover.
A ridge vent is a special porous material that is mounted under your ridge cap to allow air to freely circulate from the attic all year long, drawing out stale air. Ridge vents are mounted on the roof’s ridge and covered with cap shingles to match the roof’s color scheme.
Shingle-over vents and aluminum vents are the two most common types of ridge vents. A shingle–over vent is a form of roof vent that is built over the ridge and covered with asphalt shingle caps that match the surrounding roof shingles.
There is such thing as too much exhaust ventilation, but there is no such thing as too much intake ventilation. It’s not a concern if there’s more intake ventilation than the attic’s square footage demands since any excess intake converts to “exhaust” on the house’s leeward side.
If your home has a vapor barrier on the roof, homeowners need one square foot of roof vent for every 300 square feet of ceiling space, or 1:300. If not, one square foot of roof vent should be installed for every 150 square feet, or 1:150.
For the most part, the requirement is 300 to 1, which means that for every 300 square feet of attic floor, one square foot of ventilation is needed.
A ridge vent replacement is not a project that is undertaken on a daily basis. It is, however, possible to do so without too much trouble. A ridge vent can be quickly replaced with the right instructions.
Yes, to put it succinctly. It can be difficult to properly ventilate hip roofs, and many people believe that ridge vents, which are relatively unobtrusive, are a better aesthetic choice than a slew of unsightly mushroom vents.
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