You can’t see it from the street, but what’s happening under your roof could be the reason it fails too soon. In Northeast Ohio, where bitter winters meet humid summers, proper roof ventilation isn’t optional—it’s essential.
Without it, heat and moisture get trapped in your attic, leading to higher energy bills, ice dams, and even mold growth. Many homeowners assume new shingles are enough—but if the attic isn’t breathing correctly, that new roof will age faster than it should.
Why Ventilation Matters in Ohio
Our Cleveland climate puts roofs through constant freeze-thaw cycles. Warm air from your home rises into the attic, and without proper exhaust vents, it lingers—melting snow on your roof. As temperatures drop again overnight, that water refreezes along the eaves, forming ice dams.
Those dams push water back under shingles, soaking your roof deck and insulation. It’s one of the top causes of interior leaks and early roof failure in Northeast Ohio.
Balanced ventilation keeps the air moving—cooling in summer, drying in fall, and preventing ice buildup in winter.
Signs of Poor Roof Ventilation
You might not think about your attic often, but it’s worth checking for warning signs that something’s wrong. Look for uneven snow melt on your roof, condensation on attic rafters, musty smells, or rooms that are hard to keep warm in winter.
Over time, trapped moisture can rot wood, blister shingles, and even void your roof warranty—issues that could’ve been avoided with proper ventilation design.
How DunRite Does It Right
At DunRite Exteriors, ventilation isn’t an afterthought—it’s part of every roof we install. Our team measures your attic’s airflow and ensures the right balance between intake (at the eaves) and exhaust (at the ridge or roof vents). That balance keeps your home’s temperature consistent and your roof healthy year-round.
We follow both manufacturer and building code requirements for airflow—not just to meet standards, but to exceed them. That’s part of the No Bullsh*t Guarantee you only get from a local team that truly knows how to build for Ohio weather.
Breathe Easier with a Roof That Lasts
A great roof isn’t just about what’s on top—it’s about what’s underneath. Don’t let poor ventilation quietly shorten your roof’s life or lead to costly repairs.
Schedule your free roof inspection today at calldunrite.com/contact-us or call (216) 777-1100.
Because when it comes to doing it right—Cleveland homeowners know who to call: DunRite Exteriors.
