Ridge Vent For Low Slope Roofs

Our commercial keepa roof jack vent cap is engineered to be placed on a flat or low sloped roof.

Ridge vent for low slope roofs.

Fitted with louvers or electronically controlled windows they help draw cool air in through soffits or open windows then vent warm air from the top of the building. Hip and ridge shingles starter shingles low slope products ice and water barrier synthetic. While you re at it copper gutters photo by jim kruger getty images. Like our round back roof jack residential versions this commercial product is also used for bathroom fan and range hood fan exhaust.

Before ridge vents became standard cupolas were used to cool houses and barns. I have to say having a low roof slope sure makes it more comfortable to install the shingles. Quarrix is a low profile ridge vent provides awesome ventilation and at the same time keeping out snow and rain it is designed to draw fresh air from soffit vents as well as exhausting unwanted hot air via the ridge line it is made from high density polyethylene a very durable material. Build your roof empowers you to select each layer and component that goes into your total protection roofing system so that you get the roof you want.

But other than that a higher roof slope is much better for the shingles. We left the old flashing in place. A ridge vent is an important part of a home s roofing system. A properly installed ridge vent increases energy efficiency and prolongs the life of your roof.

Ventsure 4 foot strip heat moisture ridge vent with weather protector moisture barrier. During the summer season lower heat in your attic makes your home easier to cool and this translates to lower energy bills. Curb mounted flanges are also an option if you want to place the roof jack on a roof curb. Ridge vents with better ventilating release moisture which decreases mold problems.