Everything In My Attic Is Wet

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.

Everything in my attic is wet.

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. Open the windows at the first sign of moisture and use fans to help speed drying. You can also check for condensation on the windows or a mildew like odor within the space. Placing a dehumidifier inside the attic will help to draw out moisture from the surrounding environment.

To spot attic moisture look for visible signs of a problem including wet or moldy insulation. Attics with pull down attic stairs should have attic stair insulation covers installed. Once the dehumidifier s storage tank is full it won t be able to remove any more moisture. I noticed a wet spot where the ceiling meets one of the walls in my garage.

The final step is attic ventilation. Drying out a wet attic. 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.

2020 results and offers everything you need to know. Wet sheathing was found in attic area due to lack of venting.