A quality roofing system is made up of several components, most of which are unseen. From the roof deck to the protective surface layer, every aspect of a roof is critical.

One of the most overlooked aspects of a roofing system is the insulation. If a roof isn’t properly insulated it can cause major problems in Park City and other cold climates.

One of the biggest problems with not having high proper insulation in your roof is heat loss. If your home loses heat through the roof, it can lead to ice dams forming.

How to Improve Your Roof’s Insulation

If you are building a new home, increasing the R-value on your roof is as simple as planning for more insulation. Installing insulation is easiest before any drywall is on installed on your ceiling.

If your home is already built, one of the best options for improving your roofs insulation is to install exterior insulation. Exterior insulation is installed below the roof surface to increase the R-value of your roof. It is only possible to install exterior insulation when you are having your roof replaced.

Exterior insulation tends to be the best solution for existing homes.

Conclusion

Having enough roof insulation is critical to a properly functioning structure, especially in Park City. If you are building a new home, make sure to talk to your builder about properly insulation your roof and if you have an existing home, consider getting exterior insulation installed when it’s time to replace your roof.