Does your attic have a tale to tell? You bet! While you may not be keen to search for ghosts and spiders, inspecting your attic at least annually is a great idea for any homeowner.
Here is a checklist of scary items look for:
VENTS:
- Are there any blocked vents?
- Do your bathroom exhaust vents terminate on the inside?
LEAKS:
- Do you see water stains around openings or skylights?
- Do you see water damage around the chimney?
- Do you see daylight around plumbing pipes?
PESTS:
- Is there evidence of any creatures living in your attic?
- Can you see daylight through holes in the trim or soffit areas?
DAMAGE:
- Do you see any rotted wood?
- Does the plywood or plankboard sheathing look moldy or black?
- Is any of the framing cracked or damaged?
INSULATION:
- Do you have less than the recommended R-Value insulation for the area in which you live?
- Is there insulation covering your soffit vents?
If after inspecting your attic, you have answered YES to any of these questions, you could potentially have a problem. Most of these issues are fairly easy to fix and won’t break the bank, but if left uncorrected could lead to a major problem. Give us a call if you have something spooky in your attic!
