Attic Ventilation in Delaware Valley

Proper attic ventilation is crucial for a long-lasting roofing system...and Cobra is the leading brand of Delaware Valley attic ventilation!

Cobra® Ridge Runner™ The performance of a baffled rigid vent... with the ease of a roll!	Cobra® Exhaust Vent The original Cobra® Ridge Vent—protects over 2 million homes!	Cobra® Fascia Vent Allows you to add attic intake ventilation when you have no soffits	Cobra® Rigid Vent 2™ Quality rigid style vent; available in warmer climates
Cobra® Rigid Vent 3™ Premium rigid style vent. Includes 3" ring shank nails for easy installation. Available in warmer climates.	Cobra® Snow Country™ Quality rigid style vent. Snow Guard™ filter helps resist snow infiltration. Available in colder climates.	Cobra® Snow Country Advanced™ Premium quality rigid style vent. Snow Guard™ filter helps resist snow infiltration. Includes 3" ring shank nails for easy installation. Available in colder climates.	Master Flow® Solar-Powered Roof Exhaust Vent Removes damaging heat and moisture from your attic...without the need for an electrical connection.
Master Flow® Solar-Powered Roof Intake Booster™ Perfect... for houses with insufficient soffit ventilation.  Installs without an electrical connection.	MasterFlow® Power Roof Ventilators Master Flow® power ventilators (roof or gable mount) are your best overall investment in attic ventilation.	MasterFlow® Power Gable Ventilators (Exhaust) Gable mount attic ventilators are the easiest power vent to install.	MasterFlow® Roof Louvers (Exhaust) For those who prefer roof louvers or where existing louvers are being replaced,
MasterFlow® Rotary Turbine Vents  Deluxe turbines are designed with upper and lower stainless steel ball bearing systems for years of trouble-free operation	MasterFlow® Gable Louver (Intake or Exhaust) Designed for flush or recessed installation.	MasterFlow® Soffit/ Undereave Vents Perfect for houses with insufficient soffit ventilation	MasterFlow® Chimney / Roof Caps & Other Accessories Press sealed design for maximum leak protection
MasterFlow® Whole House Fans  Smart energy savers for any climate where air conditioning costs are a concern.	MasterFlow® Safety Caps for Chimneys  Safety Caps for chimneys provide protection against dangerous sparks while reducing downdrafts, clogging, soot, and creosote build-up.	MasterFlow® Foundation Vents  Remove damaging moisture – help prevent structural decay and mold growth.

Poor Attic Ventilation Can Ruin Your Insulation,  Destroy Your Shingles, And Raise Your Energy Bills!

Why Take Risks?

It is estimated that 9 out of 10 homes in North America do not have proper attic ventilation. Why? Because most people are unaware that attic ventilation can impact the longevity of their entire home!

For example, in the summer, an improperly ventilated attic can cause heat to build in excess of 160°F. This superheated air eventually penetrates the ceiling insulation into the living area below.

Types of damage that can result include:

• Premature aging of your roofing system (“fried” shingles) 
  
• Warping, cracking, or breaking down of wood framing
  
• Damage to siding, exterior or interior paint, and wallpaper
  
• Higher energy costs

A properly ventilated attic can help reduce the load on your air conditioner by moving the superheated air out of your attic before it builds up and causes damage. 

In the winter, various household appliances, bathtubs, showers, and cooking vapors can contribute to excess moisture build-up. Improperly ventilated attics will allow this moisture to collect and cling to the underside of the roof. There, it will condense and fall, soaking the attic insulation and reducing its efficiency

Additional structural damage can include:

• Roof deck warping and rotting of the wood frame
  
• Mildew growth
• Buckling of shingles and felt

Finally, attics should be properly ventilated to help prevent ice dams in cold northern climates. During the winter, ice and snow on a roof will melt and run down the deck to the cooler eaves. This run-off can re-freeze, creating an ice dam that will trap moisture on the roof. The moisture can eventually back up under the shingles and enter your home — causing hundreds or thousands of dollars of damage to your ceilings and walls. Adequate attic ventilation will reduce the amount of initial melting that occurs on your roof, thereby reducing the chance that ice dams will form.

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