The attic space becomes indirectly conditioned as a result of the air leakage heat transfer and vapor diffusion through the ceiling.
Fully sealed attic.
Apply self adhesive foam weatherstrip tape to the top edge of the stop.
A fundamental requirement of an unvented attic assembly is the use of air impermeable insulation on the underside of the unvented roof to prevent air infiltration and exclude airborne moisture from the attic.
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Sealed attic construction by excluding vents to the exterior can be a good way to exclude moisture laden outside air from attic and may offer a more easily constructed alternative for air leakage control at the top of residential buildings.
Weatherstrip the attic access hatch or door.
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Unventilated attics can help to mitigate energy loss through leaky ducts or ceiling fittings.
However if moisture is able to enter the unvented attic space it may lead to roofing panel issues.
The number one prep step.
Attic insulation shall be installed at all flat and sloped surfaces adjoining the conditioned space with less than 2 gaps voids and compressions and at levels that meet or exceed prescriptive levels specified by the 2012.
Gaps in the attic or between the lower floors and the attic will let heated or cooled air escape to the great unconditioned outdoors making any insulation you add essentially useless.
Seal the attic access.