Roof space moisture – it’s complicated - Build 202 (2024)

Abbreviation
Roof space moisture – it’s complicated
Valid from
1/06/2024

Information provider
BRANZ Limited,
Author
Colin Barkus
Information type
BUILD article,
Format
Website, PDF,

Description

As winter sets in and temperatures drop, there’s an increasing risk that moisture will condense in the roof space and cause problems. The source of the moisture – and therefore the solution – isn’t always obvious.

Condensation in the roof space of a house can cause a range of problems including mould, a reduction in the effectiveness of insulation and, in some cases, a reduction in the lifespan of the roof structure.

Scope

This article includes: 

  • Look down, not just up (roof space moisture sources)
  • Warm roofs make condensation unlikely
  • Tackling the problem in cold roofs
  • Roof ventilation
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Description

As winter sets in and temperatures drop, there’s an increasing risk that moisture will condense in the roof space and cause problems. The source of the moisture – and therefore the solution – isn’t always obvious.

Condensation in the roof space of a house can cause a range of problems including mould, a reduction in the effectiveness of insulation and, in some cases, a reduction in the lifespan of the roof structure.

View on Information Provider website Download this resource (PDF, 138KB)
Roof space moisture – it’s complicated - Build 202 (2024)
Description

As winter sets in and temperatures drop, there’s an increasing risk that moisture will condense in the roof space and cause problems. The source of the moisture – and therefore the solution – isn’t always obvious.

Condensation in the roof space of a house can cause a range of problems including mould, a reduction in the effectiveness of insulation and, in some cases, a reduction in the lifespan of the roof structure.

View on Information Provider website Download this resource (PDF, 138KB)
This resource does not cite any other resources.

Roof space moisture – it’s complicated - Build 202 (2024)

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