In the summer, the temperature can get very high in your attic and that can lead to damage to your roof.
As the heat rises, it expands the wood in your roof and causes it to expand as well. The expansion of the wood will cause cracks or holes which will allow water into your home.
The sun also has a drying effect on roofs as it heats them up over time. This will dry out any moisture that is still left in there after installation and cause cracking or splitting of certain areas of your roofing material.
The heat from the sun can cause your roof to expand and contract over time.
It’s not uncommon to hear people say, “Warm weather makes me so happy!” while they flip through Instagram on their phones. But what they don’t know is that this seemingly innocuous statement could lead to a world of trouble for your roof.
It turns out that the heat from the sun can cause your roof to expand and contract over time. Roofing materials are made of asphalt and clay—both substances that…well…are not very good at dealing with extreme conditions; materials like these expand and contract with heat and cold, which can lead to cracks or worse yet: leaks! So if you live in a warm climate area then it may be best to keep those windows closed on particularly hot days so as not to upset any delicate balance between molecules (or whatever).
An attic that is properly insulated and ventilated will be more energy-efficient and comfortable.
An attic that is properly insulated and ventilated will be more energy-efficient and comfortable.
- Insulation helps keep heat out.
- Ventilation helps keep heat out.
- Insulation helps keep heat in.
- Ventilation helps keep heat in. (Both are important!)
Insulation also helps to reduce noise transfer between the living space below (like your bedroom) and the attic, so you can sleep better at night without being disturbed by all of those sweet sounds coming through your ceiling or walls!
In the event that you do need a new roof, shingle materials can make a big difference in how much heat it absorbs.
Asphalt and fiberglass shingles are better than wood for keeping your house cool during the summertime. Meanwhile, clay roofs are better at protecting against winter cold because they’re heavier than asphalt or fiberglass shingles.
Improvements like upgrading windows and adding insulation also help homes stay cooler in the summertime.
Now that you know how heat affects your roof, it’s important to understand what you can do about it.
First things first: if you want to keep your house and all its contents from melting into a giant puddle of goo, get some insulation installed. It will help keep the place cool in the summer by keeping the inside temperature at a more comfortable level and preventing hot air from escaping through cracks or poorly sealed windows.
You can also upgrade your windows and doors—something that might not be an option if they’re old or outdated, but otherwise worth looking into as an alternative method of keeping out heat during those dog days of summer when air conditioning bills soar out of control!
Attics are often one of the largest uninsulated areas in a home.
Attics are typically well ventilated and have large surface areas, making them highly prone to heat gain and loss. Heat gained in an attic can result in excessive moisture accumulation on your roof, which over time can lead to mold growth and decay of wood framing members. In addition to moisture accumulation, hot air rising through your attic can cause odor problems from cooking or other activities occurring below the ceiling level (like kitty litter boxes).
Finally, attics should be insulated both for energy efficiency purposes as well as to minimize condensation issues with plumbing pipes located inside them (such as those found behind two-by-four stud walls).
A professional roofing company can tell you exactly what needs to be done to keep a home cool in hot weather
If you are concerned about the heat affecting your roof, Viking Exteriors can tell you exactly what needs to be done to keep a home cool in hot weather. We will also be able to give you tips on how to keep your home cool in hot weather.
It’s important that homeowners have their houses properly insulated and ventilated so that they can stay cool and comfortable during long summer days.