Condensation In Attic Conversion

Visible gaps in roof from attic.

Condensation in attic conversion.

Hi i changed my roof and removed concrete gutters and installed the plastic guttering all round the property and also installed. I am in the process of buying a new house. From the outside the roof looks in tact but today when i went into the attic i. New roofs use a technology that means that under felt isn t required or fitted.

The one thing we will say is that if you are concerned that the condensation in your loft may be escalating into. This is fixed by installing loft insulation between the rafters. Whilst this is not usually particularly harmful excessive condensation can lead to more serious problems taking root in your loft such as wet rot dry rot and black spot mould. Over the last 25 years issues with condensation in loft and roof spaces have become increasing common.

Moisture escapes via old windows uninsulated walls and drafty front doors so less moisture rises into the loft thus less condensation forms. Excessive loft condensation is often but not exclusively the result of an imbalance between insulation and ventilation. It is common for poorly vented and insulated attics to develop attic condensation. If your house is a new build or a new roof has recently been added to the property than it is quite likely that the worries about ventilation and condensation in loft conversions become mute.

You can prevent these problems from occurring by maintaining a dry attic with a low relative. Condensation in the attic is a serious problem that must be addressed by homeowners. This condensation can form droplets of water and accumulate into the insulation below.