Everything In My Attic Is Wet

Drying out a wet attic.

Everything in my attic is wet.

Placing a dehumidifier inside the attic will help to draw out moisture from the surrounding environment. However you ll need to drain it frequently in order for it to function properly. When i went into the attic i noticed the wet spot under the insulation as shown in the images below. Open the windows at the first sign of moisture and use fans to help speed drying.

Wet sheathing was found in attic area due to lack of venting. The final step is attic ventilation. To spot attic moisture look for visible signs of a problem including wet or moldy insulation. You can also check for condensation on the windows or a mildew like odor within the space.

2020 results and offers everything you need to know. Q i ve noticed that the rafters in my attic are extremely wet. Should i do anything about my attic ventilation. 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 ve checked that there is adequate ventilation coming into the attic. Attics with pull down attic stairs should have attic stair insulation covers installed.