Yeah, metal roofs can definitely be tricky at first. I remember helping a friend with his old farmhouse—he was convinced metal roofing would solve all his problems. But like you said, ventilation was a huge issue. We ended up spending a weekend installing soffit vents and tweaking insulation, and it made a world of difference. Older homes just weren't built with modern roofing materials in mind, so there's always some unexpected hurdle.
Glad you got it sorted out though. It can feel overwhelming when you're knee-deep in a project and things aren't going as planned, but sounds like you handled it really well. Plus, now you've got firsthand experience to help others down the line... that's always a bonus.
Yeah, ventilation's definitely key. I've seen plenty of folks underestimate it, thinking metal alone solves leaks and insulation issues. Older houses especially need that extra airflow... glad you caught it early and got it sorted. Saves headaches down the road.
"Older houses especially need that extra airflow... glad you caught it early and got it sorted."
Couldn't agree more. I've seen plenty of beautiful older homes suffer from moisture buildup because folks skipped proper ventilation, thinking a new roof alone would do the trick. A friend of mine recently renovated a 1920s bungalow—gorgeous place—but they initially overlooked airflow. Within months, they had mold issues popping up in the attic. Thankfully, they caught it before things got worse, but it was definitely a lesson learned.
You're smart to tackle ventilation upfront; it'll pay off big-time in comfort and peace of mind down the line. Good call!
Yeah, ventilation is one of those things people tend to overlook because it's not as obvious as a leak or damaged shingles. I worked on a project last year—a beautiful Victorian-era place—and the owners were convinced their new roof would solve all their moisture issues. But sure enough, after a few months, they started noticing condensation on windows and that musty attic smell. Took some convincing to get them onboard with proper vents and insulation, but once we did, it was night and day.
Curious though, did your friend end up going with ridge vents or something else? I've seen mixed results depending on the house layout and climate. Sometimes older homes have quirks that make standard solutions tricky...
