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Ridge Vents & Roof Ventilation

Roof Ventilation in Aurora, Naperville, & Nearby

Many assume that the roof is only there to keep the home dry. But a well-ventilated roof can boost your home's energy efficiency, improve interior comfort, and extend the lifespan of shingles.

Savage Roofing Inc installs and repairs ridge vents as well as other types of roof vents. Contact us to schedule a free roofing estimate. We proudly serve Illinois homes in Aurora, Joliet, Naperville, and nearby.

Why install ridge vents & attic ventilation

A properly ventilated roof allows hot attic air to escape, which reduces the demand of your air conditioning system. In the winter, ventilation works with insulation to keep the roof surface cold - this ensures that snow won't melt on the roof, freeze, and form ice dams on along the eaves.

Ridge vents are usually covered by a layer of shingles when installed on an asphalt roof. Warm attic air naturally rises to the roof peak and escapes through the ridge vents.

Types of roof vents

There are different types of roof vents and strategies for achieving reliable roof ventilation, including:

  • Ridge vents
    Ridge vents in Tinley Park

    Ridge vents are commonly installed on the roof peak and are probably the most important vents in any "passive" or non-electric roof ventilation system.

    The vents allow hot attic air to rise and escape outside the home. In the photo, the ridge vent openings are the continuous space on each side of the ridge cap.

  • Soffit vents
    Soffit vent installed in Naperville

    Soffit vent grilles run parallel to eaves along the soffit. This system works with ridge and gable vents to promote effective roof ventilation. Soffit vents let outside air into the attic so that warm air can exit through higher vents.

    Most vents run continuously under eaves. But rectangular or circular vents can be installed in soffits where there is no strip.

  • Gable-end vents
    Gable-End Vent Installation in Greater Joliet

    A gable-end vent is a screened vent installed near the peak of a gable end. The screen allows hot air to exit the attic and fresh air to enter, depending on the outside breeze and temperature.

    If your attic doesn't already have efficient airflow, then a roofer may recommend a gable-end vent.

Ensure a long-lasting roof with proper ventilation

If you're not sure whether your roof is well-ventilated, contact Savage Roofing Inc for a free roof inspection. Once we've identified your roof ventilation issues, we can recommend the perfect solution.

We provide professional roof repairs and roof replacements to Illinois homeowners in Bolingbrook, Orland Park, Tinley Park, Wheaton, Downers Grove, Elmhurst, Lombard, and nearby. Schedule a free estimate to see how we can improve your roof!

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Our Service Area

Proudly Serving DuPage and Kane County

We serve the following areas

  • Bellwood
  • Berkeley
  • Bridgeview
  • Chicago Heights
  • Chicago Ridge
  • Clarendon Hills
  • Country Club Hills
  • Crete
  • Darien
  • Elmhurst
  • Elwood
  • Flossmoor
  • Frankfort
  • Glenwood
  • Hazel Crest
  • Hickory Hills
  • Hillside
  • Hinsdale
  • Homer Glen
  • Homewood
  • Justice
  • La Grange
  • La Grange Park
  • Lemont
  • Lockport
  • Manhattan
  • Markham
  • Matteson
  • Midlothian
  • Mokena
  • Monee
  • New Lenox
  • Oak Brook
  • Oak Forest
  • Olympia Fields
  • Orland Park
  • Palos Heights
  • Palos Hills
  • Palos Park
  • Park Forest
  • Richton Park
  • Steger
  • Tinley Park
  • University Park
  • Westchester
  • Western Springs
  • Westmont
  • Willow Springs
  • Willowbrook
  • Worth
Our Locations:

Savage Roofing Inc
1815 Knapp Street
Crest Hill, IL 60403
1-872-213-7272