There are a few things a roof needs to do well. The measure of a roof’s performance will change from house to house, and will also depend heavily on what the climate’s like where you live.
There are a few things a roof needs to do well. First and foremost, a roof has to be weatherproof. Keeping wind, dust, rain and other weather out of your house is the most important role a roof plays. The roof also needs to be able to withstand its own weight, and then some. Extra load bearing capacity is helpful in the future if you need to do maintenance, or perhaps install some solar panels.
It’s also vital that your roof has suitable drainage, guttering and piping. Without this, rain could affect your walls and foundations, or even absorb through into the ceiling cavity and make a huge mess of the rest of your home. Ventilation’s important too – good roof ventilation will keep your roof healthy and comfortable, and also keep your heating and cooling bills under control.
The measure of a roof’s performance will change from house to house, and will also depend heavily on what the climate’s like where you live.
