About this project
We replaced the roof on this single-story home on Grey Gables Drive in Clinton Township. This was an insurance job, completed in February 2025.
The photo was taken from the roof on a clear day. It shows the new gray shingles running the full length of the house, a row of black box vents near the peak, and a ladder at the eave on the right. The shingles are a medium gray blend, with lighter and darker tabs mixed across each course. Neighboring homes with white siding line the street beyond.
What we did
- Replaced the shingles across the main roof
- Worked the new shingles around the box vents near the peak
- Ran the shingle courses straight along the full length of the house
Box vents on a long, low roof
On a long roof with a modest rise, box vents near the peak are a common way to let hot air out of the attic. Each one covers an opening cut through the deck, with the shingles above lapped over its flange and the shingles below tucked under it. Spacing them evenly along the ridge, as on this roof, spreads the exhaust across the whole attic.
Exhaust only works with intake. Air has to enter low, usually through vented soffits, and leave high through the vents. If the soffits are blocked by insulation or paint, the box vents cannot do their job, and the attic can trap heat in summer and moisture in winter.
Questions homeowners ask about attic ventilation
How many roof vents does a house need?
It depends on the size of the attic and how much intake air comes in at the eaves. The goal is balance, not as many vents as possible. Adding exhaust vents without enough intake can pull conditioned air out of the house instead of hot attic air. During the estimate we look at the attic space and the existing vents before recommending changes.
Is a ridge vent better than box vents?
Neither is better on every house. A ridge vent works well on roofs with long, continuous ridges. Box vents fit roofs where the ridge is short or broken up. Mixing different exhaust types on one attic can short-circuit the airflow, so it is best to pick one approach and size it properly.
Do you work in Clinton Township?
Yes. Clinton Township is home to our office on Hayes Road, and we have completed more than 75 roofing jobs in the township. Grey Gables Drive is one of them on our Clinton Township roofing page.
See more of our roof replacement work and ventilation, or call (844) 757-6543 for a free estimate.
