Roof-driven energy loss in Brick Township shows up as: cooling bills 20%+ higher than similar homes, attic temps over 130F in summer, ice dams in winter, and warm spots on second-floor ceilings. The two fixes are ventilation balance and attic insulation. R-49 is the current NJ recommendation for attic insulation. Free attic check at (732) 770-3867.
How the Roof Drives Energy Loss
Sun heats the roof. The attic absorbs the heat. Without proper ventilation, the heat radiates down into living space.
Same path in reverse during winter - heated indoor air rises into the attic, melts snow, and creates ice dams.
Insulation R-Value
NJ recommendation: R-49 attic insulation. That’s about 14-16 inches of blown cellulose or 12-14 inches of fiberglass batts.
Many older Brick Township homes have R-19 to R-30 in the attic - half what’s recommended.
Ventilation
See our poor roof ventilation guide for the full breakdown.
For broader replacement context, roof replacement cost in NJ.
Free Energy-Loss Inspection
We measure attic temp, check insulation depth, and tell you what would actually move the needle on your bills.
