Why It Pays to Invest in Proper Attic Insulation

Keeping your roofing system in great shape is one of the most important steps to ensuring its health and longevity. This is especially true for the insulation inside your attic, which, if overlooked, can lead to a wide range of issues that can shorten the roof’s lifespan. Here’s why your roof needs to have proper attic insulation.

Boosting Your Home’s Indoor Comfort

During the winter months, cool air sinks, causing lower rooms to feel cold and drafty. In summer, heated air expands, radiating down to cool living spaces. With your attic well-insulated, you can be sure it will keep outdoor temperatures out, allowing your indoor spaces to maintain a pleasant temperature without putting your HVAC system under unnecessary stress.

Keeping Your Roofing System Intact

Proper attic insulation isn’t enough to keep your roof intact, though. It must be paired with sufficient ventilation to keep the temperature inside the attic manageable. This way, you prevent excess heat and moisture from building up and compromising the structural integrity of your roofing system. Be sure to work with a trusted roofing contractor to make sure your attic has enough ventilation to curb mold growth and rot development in the trusses, rafters and other wooden components of the roof.

Preventing Premature Shingle Deterioration

A well-insulated attic also prevents your shingles from showing signs of early deterioration. Since it helps maintain proper attic temperatures – with sufficient ventilation, of course – the underside of the roofing materials won’t be exposed to excess heat that much. Only the side facing the elements will do the job of providing superior weather protection for both your roof and home.

If you need a new roof installed, just turn to Up and Above Contractors, LLC. We are a GAF Master Elite® roofer, which allows us to install high-performance roofing systems complete with the best weather-resistant and durable materials and components. Count on us to provide top-tier quality replacement windows and doors as well. Call us now at (973) 300-0636, or fill out our contact form for a free estimate. We serve clients in and around Northern New Jersey, including Sparta, Andover, and the rest of Sussex, Morris and Warren counties.