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 New Jersey
home inspection NJ home
inspectors perform
Certified New Jersey home
inspections in NJ.
ATTIC VENTILATION
INSUFFICIENT / SCREENS / COVER PLATE MISSING /
AMISS:
Attic ventilation is necessary to maintain a
"healthy" attic. In hot weather attics
with insufficient ventilation can build up
excessive heat resulting, with some materials,
shortened roof life. Condensation which leads to
wood rot, excessive wall and ceiling cracking,
etc. may build up in cold weather. There are
several calculations necessary to determine the
exact amount of ventilation required in any
structure. The inspector does not make these
calculations but judges the situation against
past experiences and from the attic condition
with respect to its age. Screens should be
installed and maintained on attic vents to
prevent birds and other animals from entering
the attic. Vents should be installed and/or
screened over. Persons handy with tools can
easily install extra vents and the inspector is
always available to explain the exact method
best suited to your circumstances. The correct
type vent needed is usually available at any
Building Supply Store. Contact a General
Contractor or Home Repair and Maintenance
Company if you need assistance.
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