It can also lead to wire shorting issues.
Main hazards with gable roofs in fire.
These flames can extend to the edge of the roof and adjacent siding.
A strip vent in a soffited eave and frieze block vents in an open framed eave are shown here.
Vents are vulnerable to wildfires when embers and flames enter into the enclosed attic or crawl spaces and ignite combustible materials in those areas.
You need to ventilate from the ends of the gable roof or non bearing.
Debris accumulation roof and gutters wind blown debris including leaves and pine needles from nearby and overhanging trees will accumulate on roofs and in gutters.
Roof leak repairs should be your top priority because believe it or not water damage is a potential fire hazard.
The main demise of this type of home however resulted from the need for vertical studs 25 to 30 feet long and straight.
Even wires protected by junction boxes and insulation materials are not completely safe.
With the increase of lightweight.
Dry debris can be ignited by wind blown embers.