In article , Ken wrote:
Doug Miller wrote:
In article
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Rookie-at-home wrote:
I've just bought a new (over 40yrs old) home. It doesn't have A/C and
it becomes very warm during the day (+85F)

I've installed screened windows & doors (to allow for circulation) but
it still becomes very warm. I think the attic (crawl space) is
trapping heat. I don't have any exterior ceiling ventilation except
for soffit vents.

If not this, what else could be causing the heat to build up? How
best to fix?

In addition to the good suggestions that you've already received, I'd like to

add this: given the age of the home, it *may* be due for a new roof some time

soon. Using white shingles, instead of dark gray or black, can lower attic
temperatures by as much as 30 degrees F.

Regarding your statement about lowering the attic temperature by 30
degrees:

I am about to re-roof my home. Do you have a source for your comment?
I would like to consider lighter colored shingles if it is true.

Not off the top of my head, no -- but you can Google for it. I've certainly
*experienced* the difference, though...