The roof is a vital part of your home's structure. It protects the inside of your home from rain, snow, and other elements. If the roof is not properly maintained or installed, it can increase the cost of roof repair or replacing your roof. The insulation in your attic is a barrier between the outside elements and the inside of your home. Heat rises and causes this insulation to expand and contract in response to outdoor temperatures. When there is too much heat in your attic, it can cause damage to your roofing system. Several factors can cause this damage: Overheated attic insulation can shrink The nails that hold down the roof may not stay attached because of shrinking roofs. The roofs may crack due to expansion/contraction If there are cracks in any areas where water has leaked through or around your home's eaves spouting system, more moisture could enter into these areas over time, causing further damage When the temperature rises, the air in your attic expands, ...