Should Eaves Be Vented?

Non-vented or continuous soffit works best when your roof has narrow eaves or if you need to ventilate a large amount of attic space. Vented soffit panels are good with a wider eave and a smaller amount of attic space because they have smaller vents between solid panels.

Do eaves need vents?

Therefore, eaves ventilation must be provided via vented soffits or over-fascia ventilation. ... Vented soffits or over fascia vents are not required on properties that were built prior to the Building Regulations coming into enforcement or those that were originally constructed without ventilation.

What happens if a roof is not vented?

Unventilated or poorly ventilated attics don't have an escape route for the heat that builds up. This buildup of heat can damage your shingles from the inside out. An evenly vented roof will allow the hot air to escape keeping your roof and attic cooler.