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Advanced Ventilation Techniques for Hot, Humid Attics
Townsville sits in the dry tropics of North Queensland, where summer temperatures regularly climb above 30°C and humidity often exceeds 70 percent. Under a metal or tiled roof in that climate, attic temperatures can reach 60°C to 70°C or higher. That trapped heat raises cooling costs, shortens the life of roofing materials, and encourages moisture problems that damage timber, insulation, and ceilings. This guide explains advanced ventilation techniques suited to hot, hum