You're spot on about matching ventilation to local climate—seen plenty of setups that looked great on paper but failed miserably in practice. One homeowner I inspected had a textbook-perfect ridge vent system, yet still ended up with mold because their soffit vents were blocked by insulation. It's not always complexity vs simplicity, more about getting the details right and ensuring proper airflow throughout the attic. Little things like checking insulation placement or adding baffles can make all the difference.
You're right about airflow details, but honestly, ventilation alone isn't always the silver bullet. I've seen roofs with impeccable vent setups still fail because the homeowner ignored structural integrity or material choice.
"One homeowner I inspected had a textbook-perfect ridge vent system, yet still ended up with mold..."
Sure, blocked soffits didn't help—but mold can also thrive if the roofing material itself traps moisture. Maybe it's time we look beyond vents alone and start considering green roofs or breathable underlays. Ventilation matters, no doubt, but it's just one piece of the puzzle...
Couldn't agree more about ventilation being just one factor. A few years back, my neighbor had a roof that looked perfect—great vents, quality shingles, the works—but still ended up with leaks and mold. Turns out, the underlayment was cheap and trapped moisture like crazy. Honestly, investing in better materials upfront usually saves money down the line. Ventilation is important, sure, but it's pointless if you're skimping on the basics underneath...
Exactly, ventilation alone won't save you if the layers underneath aren't up to scratch. I've seen roofs that looked bulletproof from the outside but were disasters waiting to happen underneath. Had a client once who insisted on premium shingles but wanted to cut corners on underlayment—guess who was back calling me after the first big storm? It's like putting fancy rims on a car with bald tires...looks great until it rains. Better to spend a bit more upfront than deal with headaches later.
Couldn't agree more—seen plenty of roofs that looked perfect until I got into the attic. Underlayment and flashing are key. Premium shingles won't do much if water sneaks in around vents or valleys...always worth checking those hidden spots closely.
