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The Attic.
Roof Leaks
Attic Ventilation:
If the attic also contains an occupied space, check that the ventilation from the unconditioned, unoccupied areas at the eaves is continuous to the gable or ridge vents. Also check that the free area of eave vents is approximately equal to the free area of ridge or gable vents. If ventilation appears to be inadequate and additional vents cannot be added economically, consider adding mechanical ventilation.
Vents, Birds and Rodents
Plumbing Stacks and Exhaust Ducts: All plumbing stacks should continue through the roof and should not terminate in the attic. The stack pipes should not be loose, broken or damaged. Exhaust ducts should not be kinked, broken or damaged. They should not terminate in the attic but should continue through the roof, gable or wall.
Thus concludes July monthly newsletter.
If you have any questions please call us at (514) 489-1887. It would be our pleasure.
Regards,
ROBERT YOUNG, CMI
ROBERT YOUNG'S MONTREAL HOME INSPECTION SERVICES INC.