The truth is, most experts agree that though other roof vents allow some ventilation (which is better than none), ridge vents are the most efficient and cost-effective roof ventilation system around. Our recommendation is yes. Especially if you are installing a new roof, you want to extend its life as long as possible.

Is a ridge vent sufficient?

Take, for example, ridge vents. The majority of roofing experts agree that ridge vents are the most effective and cost-effective roof vents available. Without baffles (blinders that prevent outside air from crossing over the vent), a ridge vent may create almost no ventilation at all.

Do ridge vents make a difference?

Roof ridge vents can reduce indoor air pollution levels.

About two-thirds of that time happens at home. The only problem with this lifestyle is that the quality of your indoor air can be up to 5 times worse than the outside air. There are some homes where the indoor air quality is 100 times worse.