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US DOE Midwest Regional Weatherization Conference
WET 1 - Wet, Moldy Attics & Ice Dams
Tuesday, August 15, 2006 · 3:30 PM - 5:00 PMIs attic ventilation the cause or the cure? Attic
condensation and ice dams wreak havoc on the durability of attic sheathing and the lives of occupants below. Understand the causes, prevention, and
treatment.
By attending this session, participants
will
- Learn more about conditions that contribute to wet attic problems
- Understand techniques and strategies to reduce the cause of wet attics and ice dams
- Have a better understanding of the question, “Is attic ventilation the cause or the cure?”
KEYWORDS: air
sealing, attic ventilation, by-passes, condensation, insulation, moisture, mold, pressures, stack effect, technique
Type: 90-Minute Breakout
Track: Too Wet
CEU: American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Minnesota Residential Building Contractors
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