How Attic Insulation Benefits Your Roof

Your roof is a crucial element of your home. It helps keep you comfortable and toasty in the winter and wards off the harmful glare of the sun in the summer. One of the best ways to maintain and improve the performance of your roof is by adding sufficient insulation to the attic space. Instead of cranking up the heat and shelling out a few dollars here and there, why not opt for this long-term investment? A trusted roofing contractor discusses how attic insulation can benefit you and the roof.

Prevents Ice Dams

If you do not have proper insulation, heat from inside your living space escapes through your ceiling and rises to the attic. This means your shingles remain at a much higher temperature during cold, snowy winter months. If your shingles are warm, they will melt the snow sitting on top of them. As temperatures drop — or as meltwater finds its way to the colder eaves — it refreezes as ice. This process is called ice damming. Ice dams have a significant effect on the performance and lifespan of your roof, increasing the risk for leaks and gutter issues.

Prevents Condensation

Interstitial condensation is a form of dampness present between the layers of the roof. It can penetrate the walls, floors and ceilings of your structure. It occurs when warm air comes in contact with cool air, creating condensation or water droplets on the surface. A reputable roofer says that these droplets can build up and damage your roofing materials. It is important to install proper insulation, such as Owens Corning® AttiCat® Loose-fill Insulation, to prevent heat transfer and minimize the risk of condensation.

Prevents Gutter Damage

Your roof deck experiences notable changes and may contract and expand faster than other roofing components. Over time, this repetitive cycle can shift your gutters and dislodge your gutter fasteners, resulting in an array of water-related problems, like overflowing gutters and basement flooding.

Adams Roofing Professionals, Inc is a premier source of comprehensive roof repair and attic insulation solutions in Illinois. Our company provides top-rated products and services to ensure a safer and more comfortable living space for you and your family. Call us today at (847) 364-7663 or fill out our contact form to set up an appointment.

I wanted to let you know about an experience I had with one of your employees. I live at 1200 Knottingham Court in Kingsport Estates and apparently, your company is servicing our condo association. My building has had a leak in the entryway for several months and Eddie was dispatched out to have me show him the source of the leak inside. I met him on Friday, September 21st and just wanted to tell you how impressed I was with his friendliness and professionalism. He immediately found the source of the leak and even went up on the roof to show me. He assured me that someone would take care of it as soon as possible and told me he would give the report priority to avoid any further damage. As someone who used to be in Customer Service, I always value a company that hires people that are not only skilled at their trade, but also skilled at interacting with people. Eddie is a great example of that and I wanted you to know so you could tell him what a great job he does! I am so glad that Alma Management chose Adams Roofing to be our roofing contractor!... [more]

Jeremy Q, CMCA, AMS

Adams Roofing has a great team to work perfectly with condo and townhome Associations. We are currently in the middle of a 6 year, 49 building tear-off project. Adams works hand in hand with the engineers, delivers according to the specifications, and provides great customer service to the homeowners and management team.... [more]

Sue T.

Good Afternoon, I am writing to you on behalf of the Mission Hills M-8 Association. I would like to tell you how happy we are with the work that you completed for our Association. Your supervisor Eddie was great. We liked his professionalism and his work ethic. He kept us informed, and delivered on all his promises. Please make sure that any other jobs you do for us include him. Best regards, Joey Mission Hills Management... [more]

Brett K.

Charlie, Thanks very much for replacing the gutter! No one has been out to do it, at least before I left for work this morning. But I will definitely let you know whether it’s done correctly. I am very satisfied with your roofing job. It looks great, and more importantly, there were no leaks when it rained (even though we haven’t gotten really hard rains yet). So, I have been very pleased with my experience with Adams, especially with the professionalism and responsiveness of you and Dan. Thanks.... [more]

Keith M.

I wanted to take a moment to comment on your technician, Eddie. Eddie was assigned to inspect a roof leak I am having in my home in Cobblestone Circle. He was prompt, professional, courteous and informative; everything a customer could ask for when inviting a contractor into their home. Eddie represents Adams Roofing Well; and clearly he is an asset to your company. Kudos to him! Thank you.... [more]

Rick H.