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Preventing Water Damage in the Attic
Controlling the natural drying of your property must start at
the attic as it is located at the top of the house, separating
between the roof and the rest of the house.
Ceiling and Floor
Be sure to look both up and down when inspecting the attic. Pay
special attention to openings through the roof such as pipes,
vents and the chimney. Take a look to confirm that all surfaces
are dry and that there is no mold or rot. Also, check the bottom
of the roof sheathing and roof rafters. It is recommended to
inspect during the morning to make sure that the roof is sealed
and that no daylight penetrates through roof cracks. Inspect the
floor and make sure it is dry.
Recessed Lights Canisters
The presence of rust and corrosion indicates possible moisture
invasion and a potential electrical hazard. Additional
indicators for potential water damage are stains above or near
the wood, or on the insulation around the canisters. Consider
replacing old recessed lights canisters with newer, safer ones
that include built in insulation.
Vents
Attic ventilation is important. Commonly, vents are installed
along the peak of the roof. Moisture or surface discoloration
near vents is a sign, locate the moisture
source and fix the
problem. When inspecting the roof, remove any bird nests and
debris blocking the vents.
Insulation
When damaged by moisture and water, the insulation becomes thin
and flat. Check the insulation frequently, especially after the
rain season. Touch it. If it feels wet, find the moisture source
and fix the problem right away. Remember: wet insulation is
useless, but it will continue to hold water for a while and will
create high moisture conditions. If the insulation is wet,
replace it.
Common Attic Appliances
Periodically, check attic air conditioners, swamp coolers and
HVAC systems. Look for wear and tear and loose connections.
Inspect around and under these appliances. Remember that
appliances failures may cause water damage to everything that
lies below.
About the author:
The author is an editorial staff member of RestorationSOS™, a leading restoration services
provider for water and fire damages. To learn more about water and fire damage prevention, visit
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