What Is a Ridge Vent and Does My Myrtle Beach Roof Need One?

A ridge vent is a low-profile vent that runs along the peak of your roof and lets hot, moist air escape from the attic. It works with intake vents lower on the roof to keep air moving. Whether your Myrtle Beach home should have a ridge vent or individual roof vents depends on the pitch and layout of the roof.

How Does a Ridge Vent Work?

Hot air rises to the top of the attic. A ridge vent gives it a continuous path out along the peak, while cooler air comes in lower down. That steady airflow helps keep attic heat and moisture in check.

Ridge Vent or Roof Vents?

Both can work well. Honest Roofers installs roof vents or a ridge vent depending on the pitch of your roof, so the system fits the house instead of a one-size-fits-all approach.

Can a Ridge Vent Leak?

A properly installed ridge vent sheds rain, but old or poorly installed vents can let wind-driven rain in. If you see stains near the peak of the attic, have it checked. Also see signs of attic ventilation problems.

When Is the Best Time to Add One?

The easiest time is during a roof replacement, when the roof is open down to the deck. Learn about roof replacement in Myrtle Beach with Honest Roofers.