Frost Inside My Attic

There was also frost on the west wall on the north side of the dormer where the sun doesn t get to it this time of year.

Frost inside my attic.

Frost gets into the attic from air leaks or attic bypasses. Since our minnesota winters are usually dry the only other source of humid air is your living space. When warm air from inside the house escapes traveling up through the bypasses the moisture condenses on the roof boards and rafters where the frost can form. Common causes of attic frost.

When the outside temperature rises again the frost thaws water collects and can leak into. Frost on nails is frozen condensation. The rafters are exposed. I get endless questions about frost in the attic.

It should to a degree. Frost on nails in attic spaces may frighten you. It s important to realize frost is in your attic for a few reasons. There is no snow on the roof.

Frost in your attic space is a sign that warm humid air is somehow getting into your attic space. Water is bad when it gets inside your house. If it is anywhere other than the sink toilet tub or washer it is going to cause problems. I ve blogged about attic air leaks many times and i ve shared photos of attic air leaks.

Inside old house web. Check out my post on moldy attics for some. Common problems and solutions. The homeowner said last week there were icicles hanging off the nails inside the attic.

The outside of the can or glass had drops of. In order to eliminate frost build up in the attic space we have to understand what causes it in the first place. Remember the last hot and humid day you were sitting outside drinking a cold beer iced tea soda or glass of ice water.