Proper roof ventilation is vital for the health, structural integrity, energy-efficiency and lifespan of not just your roof, but your whole home. Therefore, you need to make sure that you ventilate your roof in the right way and with the correct products to allow consistent, uninterrupted airflow - expelling hot air and drawing in much needed cool air into your roof space.
As you might be aware, roofs need to be ventilated to a high standard to avoid the dreaded buildup of moisture which leads to condensation, mould and even costly structural decay. Roof ventilation also gives you the ability to regulate the temperature of your attic throughout the year; cooling hot lofts in the summer months and preventing expansion and contraction which can lead to leaks.
But what if you want to ventilate your roof without it being too obvious?
This is where fascia, soffit and eaves vents come into play... Whereas some forms of roof ventilation can interrupt the aesthetic appeal of your roof profile, the advantage of installing fascia, soffit and eaves vents is that they're incredibly unobtrusive, integrating perfectly, and almost disappearing entirely into your roof structure. These roof vent essentials will deliver the optimal airflow needed to meet your project requirements and once in place, you'll forget they're even there.
Fascia, soffit and eaves vents all have their own subtle yet significant differences in how and where they provide much need and discreet roof ventilation...
In our latest blog, Roof Giant will give you the key insights into three of the very best airflow products on the market for virtually invisible roof ventilation, from trusted brands Manthrope, Freefoam and Timloc.
Unlike other forms of roof ventilation which can be easily seen, over fascia vents are used where the fascia board is fitted and between the guttering system, providing you with smart, slim and discreet roof ventilation. Not only will fascia vents deliver a continuous line of uninterrupted ventilation to enhance roof space air quality, they are also designed to prevent the ingress of small birds, mice and similar sized pests.
Fitting into the underside of your roof or eaves, soffit vents typically come as continuous strips or as convenient push-in circular vents, improving attic ventilation according to your exact requirements. Although a continuous flow of ventilation is preferred, circular soffit vents give you more flexibility and allow you to add greater ventilation to the corners of roofs. Soffit vents should be evenly placed to ensure a consistent flow of air and installed away from any obstructions.
Whereas fascia and soffit vents are an effective way to provide discreet ventilation from your roof exterior, eaves trays can be installed from the convenience of your attic interior and hidden away without disturbing the roof covering in the process. They work by preventing roofing elements such as insulation materials from obstructing the airflow path. They're also very lightweight, strong and easy to install, adapting easily to your specific roof pitch.
