Shed roofs are beautiful. Until they sweat. Here’s how to stop it.

Published 8 days ago • 2 min read

Hello Reader,

Modern homes love a shed roof. Clean lines. Big spans. Gorgeous light.

But there’s one thing they don’t love: trapped heat and wet air with nowhere to go.

If you’ve ever stared at a section detail, wondering, “Vent it? Seal it? Where does the vapor go?” This is for you.

Join the High-Performance Homes Team for: The Best Ways To Insulate & Ventilate Shed Roofs

In 60 minutes, you’ll get:

Unvented vs. vented: when each wins (by climate, assembly, and structure)
Roof assemblies that just work: proven details for hot-humid, mixed, and cold zones
Insulation placement that prevents condensation: above deck, below deck, hybrid—what to do and why
Air control made simple: continuous planes you can build without swiss-cheesing the envelope
Smart vapor control: which layers to specify so moisture moves out, not in

Why this matters now:

Shed and low-slope roofs magnify heat loads and reduce natural airflow.
One wrong layer order can lock moisture in the assembly and cook a roof from the inside.
One right detail gives you quieter interiors, tighter envelopes, and roofs that last.

Who should attend:

Residential designers, builders, and remodelers working with shed/low-slope roofs

What to expect:

Live, rapid-fire roundtable led by the AIBD High-Performance Homes Team
Optional Q&A on your projects

Save your seat:

Date/Time: 8/19/2025 - 2:00 PM EDT
Duration: 60 minutes
Complimentary access with code: ******* (only available to AIBD Members)
$25 for non-members

How to Join:

For non-members, this webinar costs $25.

Because you’re an AIBD Member, you get access for free.

Simply log in to your AIBD member account on the upcoming webinars page. Once logged in, your free access code will appear automatically at the top—no extra steps needed.

It looks like this:

Easy. Seamless. Ready when you are.

Walk in with questions. Walk out with a confident, buildable assembly that fits your climate, structure, and budget.

See you there,
AIBD High-Performance Homes Team

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