Types of Roof Vents – Family Roofing

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Types of Roof Vents

Ridge Vents

These are the vents installed at the peak of a sloped roof to allow humid air to escape.  Hot air build-up in attics causes quite a lot of problems, such as overworked HVAC systems, shingle damage and mold formation.

Soffit Vents

A soffit vent is located on the underside of a home’s eaves to allow fresh air to enter the underside of the roof.  They do not dispel warm air like ridge vents, but their function is equally important in regulating the temperature inside a house.  Since they are located near the gutters, they have a tendency to be affected during heavy hail storms.

Gable End Vents

This particular vent type offers two things: functionality and aesthetics.  The vents are installed at the very center of the attic, and you have a wide array of designs to choose from.

Although they have the same function as a ridge vent by pushing warm air out of the attic, this type of ventilation system is meant to be seen and mostly added for architectural purposes.

Turbine Vents

A turbine vent is a mushroom-shaped roofing component protruding from the roof’s surface.  Like ridge vents, they also get rid of hot air building up in the attic. However, the air movement allows a more efficient flow of air inside.