A well-built roofing system can easily withstand most of the weather elements, including sunlight. But because of its constant exposure, it generates heat in your home, which can lead to hotter interiors and excessive moisture on your roof’s inner structure. Leaving this unaddressed will lead to further damage to your home’s interiors, such as mold growth and water stains on your walls and ceiling.
But how can indoor and outdoor humidity affect your roofing system?
How Excess Humidity Deteriorates Your Roof
A lot of homeowners don’t think much about the humidity levels in their attic. If there’s too much moisture, the humidity can slowly compromise the wood materials used in the structure of your roofing system. This leads to mold forming into the joints and rafters, which can turn into wood rot and weaken other parts of your inner roofing structure.
The humidity affecting your roof is primarily caused by moisture not being able to dissipate properly through your roof’s exhaust vents. Without proper ventilation, the constant heat will cause the wooden parts of your inner roofing structure to expand, stretch and crack. This allows the moisture to seep through and causes mold and rot to form. Make sure to have your system checked by a trusted roof repair contractor to know the full state of its condition.
How You Can Prevent Further Damage
Any sustained damage on your roof should be addressed immediately by a professional to prevent further damage. When you have your roofing inspected, also determine whether you have enough roof vents installed. This is to ensure that moisture doesn’t get trapped in your attic and keeps your roof safe from humidity and heat damage. Otherwise, you’ll be forced to pay for more costly repairs later on or even a full replacement before the end of its expected lifespan.
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