When you look at the exterior of your home, you might easily notice the siding, doors, gutters, and even the roof. However, there are many more crucial elements in the exterior of your home that often go ignored. One of these elements is the soffit. Here is some information on how soffit works to help you understand the key role it plays for your home.
- The aesthetic appeal: Soffit is the exposed underside of your roof. It can be designed to match your siding or create a contrast for aesthetic appeal. That way, you can see something more aesthetically pleasing when you look up from your front door or porch.
- Ventilation system: The soffit typically includes small holes or some other type of ventilation system in place. This allows cool, fresh air to enter and circulate through your attic, preventing hot, trapped air from accumulating.
- Release trapped air in the attic: When hot air is trapped, there can be a buildup of moisture in the attic that can result in mould and other moisture issues. Soffit ventilation can help to release that trapped air, prevent any moisture buildup, and keep your attic dry. This can also help with temperature regulation because your cooling system will not have to work so hard to cool the hot air permeating from your attic and into the rest of your home in the summer.
It’s important to keep your soffit in top condition, even if you don’t look at it regularly. Otherwise, you may have ventilation issues that could lead to moisture or temperature control issues. We can offer soffit services such as soffit repair, cleaning, replacement, and installation. You can give us a call if you would like to learn more.