Common Winter Roofing Problems: ICE DAMS & CONDENSATION

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Ice Dam

A COMMON ISSUE IN THE WINTER IS STAINING OR DRIPPING AROUND BATHROOM FANS DUE TO ICE DAMMING.

• Large volumes of snow and ice forming along the eave of the roof
• Ice backing up inside the eavestrough and downspouts
• Causes roof leaks

Improper Ventilation System

• Attics need to be able to circulate the air, which helps clear out moisture in the attic
• Venting consists of intake (usually at the soffit), and exhaust (usually at the ridge)

Ducting

A COMMON ISSUE IN THE WINTER IS STAINING OR DRIPPING AROUND BATHROOM FANS.

• Fan exhausts warm moist air out of the roof
• If the ducting is improperly insulated or sealed, it can allow the warm air to mix with the cool air in the attic and condensate

Insulation

IMPROPER INSULATION AND / OR VAPOUR BARRIER (SIDING & ROOF).

• Insulation needs to be evenly distributed inthe attic
• Attic hatch should be insulated and sealed with gasket strip to keep warm air from the house from mixing into the attic
• All protrusions (fans, pot lights, etc.) should be sealed with poly

Temperature

TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY LEVEL OF THE UNIT.

• Residents that keep the temperature up higher during the winter are more likely to experience condensation in the attic
• Humidity levels need to be adjusted as required over winter months to keep condensation from building up

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