If you keep up with the Attic Guys Blog, you’re probably well aware of the problems creates by high humidity levels inside the home. Allowing moisture problems to remain unaddressed can lead to mildew, mold and even rot. This isn’t something that happens overnight, but months of high humidity can certainly lead to these problems …
Little-Known Sources of Moisture Inside The Home Read More »
Ice dams on the roof occur when snow melts and forms ice around the gutters, creating a blockage (hence the name: dam) that prevents water from traveling down the side of the home or building. It’s a problem. When water, snow and ice are backed up on a roof, it opens the doors to a …
Common Causes of Roof Ice Dams and How To Prevent Them Read More »
The warm, sheltered habitat of an attic offers the perfect breeding grounds for rats and rodents. They may gain access to the attic through a small hole or opening that’s no larger than a nickel. Here, rats may continue to scavenge for food without fear of being scooped up by a hawk, owl, fox or …
Are Rats Living In Your Attic? Signs of a Rat Infestation Read More »
