Metal Roof w/ reflective bubble ...: "I currently have a catherdial ceiling, R=19 insulation (i think ..." - Guest User (11/16/2009) | Insulation Concerns | Archive

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I currently have a catherdial ceiling, R=19 insulation (i think not well vented) and a roof needing to be replaced (wind / hail) damage. The quote I'm getting is to lay reflective bubble insulation on the current roof, use 2 x 4 ferring strips then install the metal roof on top. Any pros or cons I need to think about? Am I doing the right thing? Thanks in advance for your thoughts. Rob	Guest User 11/16/2009	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/14113/find/
This approach works well if you also incorporate a vented eave and ridge to allow airflow under the new roof.	Ken Buchinger NCI Building Systems, Inc. 11/17/2009	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/14114/find/
Ken, Thanks for the quick reply. I'm a new home owner.... vented eave? Is that the same as a soffit vent? If so, I already have soffit vents cut in and they will put a complete ridge vent along the top of the roof.	Guest User 11/18/2009	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/14115/find/
The vented eave concept that he is talking about is different from a soffit vent. Soffit ventilation is for attic ventilation. Vented eave ventilated directly under the roof panel in the air space created by the 2x4 furring strips.	Eric Novotny An informed customer is the Best Customer! 1/25/2010	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/14116/find/

Metal Roof w/ reflective bubble insulation