Ventilated Ridge Systems with GAF Roofing

GAF Roofing Systems

Compliance with the National Construction Code (NCC) is a top priority for builders, designers, and architects when designing and constructing homes. An important attribute of NCC compliance involves proper roof ventilation. This is where GAF Roofing’s innovative ventilated ridge system steps in, a key aspect of the GAF roofing system.

Here we discuss the benefits of GAF roofing asphalt shingles and how they help builders meet NCC compliance when it comes to roof ventilation.

What are GAF Roofing Asphalt Shingles?

GAF Roofing is a reputable roofing brand, offering a premium finish with contemporary appeal. Unlike roof tiles, GAF shingles are a complete certified system for a watertight and maintenance free roof. With a wide range of asphalt shingles and roofing accessories, GAF roofing provides significant benefits, such as enhanced durability, energy efficiency, and ease of installation. Among these is the ventilated ridge system, a game-changer in roof ventilation.

Ventilated Ridge System

The ventilated ridge is straightforward yet highly effective roofing system. However, it is not only the ventilated ridge that ensures air is circulating through the roof space. When installing the shingle roof system, a 10-20mm gap is left between the plywood substrate and the fascia.

It is discretely hidden with a drip edge flashing and yet it allows air to enter around the perimeter of the roof and circulate within the roof cavity. The hot air is then able to escape through the ridge vent reducing the buildup of excess heat and moisture, which can help avoid issues such as mould growth and reduced energy efficiency.

The GAF Roofing Cobra® Ridge Vent provides the following features and benefits.

• Allows heat and moisture to escape from roof space
• Low, slimline profile to suit roof shingles
• Suitable for use with GAF ridge cap roof shingles
• Extra flexible hinge designed for a range of roof pitches
• Deflects rain and wind
• EasyTear™ feature allows for product to be hand torn to size for ease of installation.

NCC Compliance with GAF Ventilated Ridge

The NCC outlines specific requirements for roof ventilation to ensure buildings have increased airflow, reduced risk of mould and condensation buildup and improved energy efficiency.

GAF Roofing’s ventilated ridge system is designed to meet and exceed these NCC ventilation requirements. Its innovative design ensures consistent and effective ventilation, aligning with the NCC codes related to roof ventilation.

GAF Roofing

GAF Roofing will be at Bowens Expo 2024 so you can find out firsthand how they can help reduce trades, speed up build times and save you money onsite.

For more about GAF Roofing products, please contact your Bowens Account Manager or our Product Development Manager, Phil Peat.