Wet sheathing was found in attic area due to lack of venting.
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.
However you ll need to drain it frequently in order for it to function properly.
Open the windows at the first sign of moisture and use fans to help speed drying.
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.
Once the dehumidifier s storage tank is full it won t be able to remove any more moisture.
Drying out a wet attic.
To spot attic moisture look for visible signs of a problem including wet or moldy insulation.
I ve checked that there is adequate ventilation coming into the attic.
Placing a dehumidifier inside the attic will help to draw out moisture from the surrounding environment.
The final step is attic ventilation.
When i went into the attic i noticed the wet spot under the insulation as shown in the images below.
You can also check for condensation on the windows or a mildew like odor within the space.
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Q i ve noticed that the rafters in my attic are extremely wet.