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You’ll probably hear the word “soffit” mentioned at some point during your roof installation project. It refers to the material connecting the roof overhang with your home’s exterior walls. While not as visible as other exterior components, the soffit plays a large role in keeping your roof and home lovely, comfortable and damage-free.
1. They can enhance the look of your home. The soffits hide the rafters that support the roof overhang from view. This can give your roofline – and by extension, your home – a neater and more finished appearance. Roof soffits are also available in a wide array of colors, materials and designs, making it easier for you to match them with your roof color and home exterior palette.
2. Soffits help keep your roof ventilated. Some types of roof soffits are vented, which allow them to draw fresh, cooling air into your attic. By encouraging smooth and consistent airflow in the attic, the soffits ensure that your roofing system will stay cool and dry. This, in turn, helps reduce the likelihood of ice dams forming on your roof during the winter. Apart from that, the lack of attic heat buildup ensures that your home’s indoor environment will remain consistent and comfortable.
3. They extend the life of your roofing system. We’ve mentioned how the soffits prevent heat and moisture buildup in the attic through smooth and continuous airflow. But increased ventilation isn’t the only thing you can expect from them. By keeping your roof cool and dry, the soffits also discourage mold and rot from developing in the rafters and deck, helping maintain the structural integrity of your roof while also extending its service life.
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