In colder climates, inspectors often find moisture issues in attics. Warm air leaking into the attic causes most of these problems, as well as ice dam issues. By understanding how this happens, you can help your customer and the seller correct these problems, and youʼll be a star with REALTORS®, too. Moisture Stains in the Attic As excessive moisture enters the attic from the heated space, the attic ventilation system is overwhelmed; it canʼt remove all the moisture. This moisture condenses on the cold roof deck. Photo 1 shows significant signs of condensation on the underside of a pi ...
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