Moisture In Attic Space

Clothes dryers venting air to the attic rather than outside.

Moisture in attic space.

The humidity in the basement measured 40 the first floor was 45 50 but the attic was 62. The first thing you need to do is find a way into the crawl space. To save time and better pinpoint the problem you can hire a professional to inspect your insulation and fill any gaps that might be letting warm air into. First remove all the debris and insulation.

Moisture forming on the glass window panes or other flat surfaces. Signs of condensation in the attic may include the following. If there is excessive moisture accumulation in your attic it will condense on cold areas mainly on the underside of your roof deck. Air conditioner condensate pan not draining.

Be careful to take safety precautions. During the winter months the recommended relative humidity inside a house is anywhere between 30 50 percent. Firewood being stored in the attic firewood contains moisture that will. The moisture was rising with the warm air of the home as it escaped past the insulation and it was trapped in the attic because there was no roof ventilation.

Often there is a small. How to clean up moisture in your attic step 1. Top causes of attic moisture. Traces where water has trickled down the walls.

Insulation is responsible for keeping warm air inside your living space and out of the attic where it can lead to condensation. Noticeable musky damp odor.