The Connector In Attic Is Leaking

Pvc coupling or insert a 3 in to 4 in.

The connector in attic is leaking.

Attic condensation is due to humid air leaking or vented into the attic. The most common issues we find with overhead powerlines during home inspections are trees rubbing up against them and exposed connectors that present an immediate shock or electrocution hazard. Water found in these places is commonly caused by condensation in the attic. Many builders fail to properly seal these areas or if they do the fiberglass batts fall out of place.

The easiest solution is to saw out the caulked joint removing about 1 in. Vent humid air from kitchens and bathrooms to the outside instead of the attic to avoid this problem. Then either glue in a proper 3 in to 4 in. If you have a finished attic you probably have kneewalls those short walls underneath sloped ceilings.

Most people assume this is caused by a leaking roof but that might not be the source. Of pipe two cuts. Reconnect leaky duct sections photo at left. As you might expect when the caulk eventually fails a trickle of water will leak through and drip down through the ceiling below.

Kneewalls can help create a finished attic space but they often create insulation and air leak vulnerabilities. Areas where leaks have.