Everything In My Attic Is Wet

Should i do anything about my attic ventilation.

Everything in my attic is wet.

Once the dehumidifier s storage tank is full it won t be able to remove any more moisture. If the attic has blown in cellulose check to see if there is a vapor barrier and confirm the cellulose insulation is spread evenly throughout the attic floor. Attics with pull down attic stairs should have attic stair insulation covers installed. To spot attic moisture look for visible signs of a problem including wet or moldy insulation.

I ve checked that there is adequate ventilation coming into the attic. Drying out a wet attic. You can also check for condensation on the windows or a mildew like odor within the space. However you ll need to drain it frequently in order for it to function properly.

The insulation is wet to the touch near the spot and appears to be taking water in from up and behind where it s tucked in. I noticed a wet spot where the ceiling meets one of the walls in my garage. Open the windows at the first sign of moisture and use fans to help speed drying. Placing a dehumidifier inside the attic will help to draw out moisture from the surrounding environment.

The final step is attic ventilation. When i went into the attic i noticed the wet spot under the insulation as shown in the images below.