Indoor Home Comfort

"Insulation, Ventilation & Moisture Control Play A Crucial Role In Perfecting The Roof As A System®"

Heating, cooling and humidity control are major factors in energy use. Humidity can be both a comfort and a health issue. Low humidity can irritate breathing and allow airborne particles to be dispersed more freely. High humidity levels support the growth of fungi and mould and permit bacteria and viruses to survive longer. Insulation, Ventilation and moisture control within the attic cavity play a crucial role in perfecting the Roof as a System®.

Home Insulation

Insulation creates a protective “blanket” around the house cavity. Contrary to popular belief, the roof should not be viewed as an insulation provider.

Insulation is placed on top of the ceiling in the attic cavity and should be about 14” thick. As well, when the home is first built, insulation should be placed between the studs in the wall cavity.

It’s sole purpose is to provide a comfortably warm home in the cooler and cold months of the year
This blanket retains the warmth in the home and in so doing reduces the heating costs in the home.

Home Ventilation

Whenever Possible Penfolds Roofing will recommend upgrading the roof ventilation system because in doing so it will:

• Provide our customers with a more comfortable home.

• During warm months, ventilation helps keep attics cool and consequently reduces heat that build that enters the home.

• During the colder months, ventilation reduces moisture to help keep attics dry & helps prevent ice dams.

• Increases the life of the roof and will meet or exceed the specifications of roofing shingle manufacturers.

Most important is that the ventilation system be balanced to provide an even intake at the soffit with that of the ridge.

The sketches below demonstrate the principles in both the warmer and the cooler months including the balanced ventilation principle

There is a specific formula to calculate the actual amount of ventilation required which is different for all homes... All Penfolds Technical Advisors are well trained to advise you in making the right decision for your home.

Home Moisture Control

“I can’t see through these windows”

Winter long condensation and frost on windows together with all the moisture generated within the home is annoying, can damage the window frame and wall below and most important is expensive to heat.

“Wheeze…”

Health surveys have confirmed a strong correlation between dampness and mould and respiratory disease in children.

“Yuck, my sweater is ruined!”

Mould growth in closets, cupboards and basements can foul clothing, books, carpets, furniture and other possessions with mildew stains.

Common causes of moisture are cooking, showers, bathing, drying clothes and other similar activities.
It is claimed that an average person creates about 4 litres of moisture in a home in a day! Take that to an average family of four, the need to remove this moisture is great.

The removal of moisture is usually done mechanically by installing efficient extraction fans in a home in strategic places.

All Penfolds Technical Advisors are well trained to advise you in making the best selection for your home.

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