Mold In Roof Rafters

Examine the insulation along your rafters.

Mold in roof rafters.

Re roofing with lining lining papers sarking roofing felt can cause severe mold growth and rot due to reduced ventilation. And eventually cause wood rot and reducing the life of your roof. In the vast majority of cases the mold growth is caused by condensation. At some point you will probably need to go to your attic for something.

When removing mold from your attic your first concern should be protecting the rest of your home from it. Mold growth provided it is not just cosmetic mold which can simply be left alone can be cleaned from wood surfaces by blasting scrubbing or even simple surface wiping depending on the surface accessibility and smoothness. Systemic growth occurs when the roof leak causes enough moisture buildup in the attic to cause mold growth throughout the entire area. Attic mold left unchecked can grow and lead to structural deterioration of attic sheathing and roof structural elements.

Cleaning mold from irregular or hard to reach wood surfaces media blasting. Mold problems are indications of water problems. If mold needs to be removed from a roof deck through which roofing nails penetrate hand wiping is not feasible. Mold growth on attic roof sheathing is a common issue in cool climates such as the pacific northwest.

Power cleaning using spray equipment such as media blasting using baking soda or dry ice is very effective for these surfaces. Clean up the area. In this case the moisture buildup is indirect the roof leak only affects a small area but the dampness in the air causes condensation throughout. There s an underlying moisture issue that needs to be resolved because mold requires moisture to grow and spread.

Perhaps you use it for storage. Generally tearing off a roof and roof sheathing and perhaps roof framing to remove mold would not be sensible nor cost justified. Water leaks and poor ventilation leading to condensation are the main roof defects which give rise to a variety of fungi moulds and insect attacks. If the insulation has been affected by the mold remove it in thick trash bags and replace it with new insulation after you complete your mold remediation.

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