The cost of energy continues to raise it’s time to take action. If your home is 10 to 15 years or older, there may be a good chance that it is not well insulated. Energy loss occurs in your home when you do not have enough insulation. Whether you realize up to 40% of a homes conditioned air escapes through the attic. An improper insulated attic is a major source of energy loss, resulting in dollars lost.

Trapped heat and moisture in the attic can severely jeopardize the performance of a roof. The combination of insulation and ventilation systems helps keep excessive household moisture out. As a result, the proper conditions are met and the temperature in the attic is easily maintained.

Attic Moisture can Cause:

• Wet wood-sagging roof decking
• Potential insect infestations
• Mold, spore fungi and mildew
• Metal nails to rust
• Interior drywall damage

Attic Heat can Cause:

• Ice dams
• Premature failure of roofing shingles