I’ve noticed our top floor is freezing in winter and roasting in summer. Someone told me it could be a ventilation or insulation issue with the roof. The house is in Medford, and the roof looks okay from outside, but I’m wondering if a roofer can help with diagnosing that kind of heat loss problem or if I should be calling an HVAC person?

That’s actually something ID Roof Company helped us with. They did a full attic and ventilation assessment, checked the ridge vents, soffits, and even installed baffles to improve airflow. The difference was noticeable within days—no more extreme temps upstairs. They also explained how poor roof venting causes premature shingle wear and even mold buildup. Their approach was thorough and tailored to older homes. You can check out more about their process here: https://roofersnearme-ma.com/ Do you have gable vents or just ridge and soffit right now?

Just ridge vents, but I don’t think the soffits are functioning. I’ll call them and ask for a full vent assessment. Glad you shared your story—it really helped clarify things.