Ventilation plays a key role in your home’s overall comfort level, as well as ensuring good indoor air quality. Proper home ventilation provides your house with fresh air while removing stale air. The right kind of ventilation also enables your HVAC system to function more efficiently. There's nowhere in your home where ventilation is more important than in the attic, especially during our hot South Carolina summers.
When the sun heats your roof, the temperature in your attic rises significantly. Daytime attic temperatures can easily reach 150 degrees. Without sufficient ventilation, excessive heat in your attic can have several negative side effects, including:
• Heat buildup will result in high humidity levels that can lead to mold and mildew.
• When cool night air hits the roof, the hot air in the attic will cause moisture to build on the decking and structural members. This moisture can cause wood to rot and damage the ceilings of second-floor rooms.
• Attic heat will transfer to the living space through building components, forcing your air conditioner to work harder.
• Heat, humidity and moisture make it more difficult to use your attic for storage of sensitive items.
The installation of an attic fan will remove attic heat, lower your cooling bills, extend the life of your HVAC equipment, and reduce the risk of damage to your home.
If you would like to learn more about how an attic fan can contribute to optimum whole-house ventilation, contact the professionals at Comfort Services. We're committed to earning your trust by always working in your best interest. We serve South Carolina's Midlands.
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