Mold that grows on the underside of roof sheathing due to ideal mold growth conditions being present.
Mold on roof sheathing in attic.
Attic mold left unchecked can grow and lead to structural deterioration of attic sheathing and roof structural elements.
The attic is truss framed with plywood sheathing.
And there was it was previously a roof with a ceiling inside.
There s an underlying moisture issue that needs to be resolved because mold requires moisture to grow and spread.
Mold on the underside of roof sheathing is also very common.
Mold growth on attic roof sheathing is a common issue in cool climates such as the pacific northwest.
So they put an addition on the side and part of the roof is now rafter roof which is cathedral.
In the vast majority of cases the mold growth is caused by condensation.
Attic spaces are one of the most common places in a home for mold to be found growing.
The roof has baffles at alternating thusses soffit and ridge vents.
This occurs when the temperature of the sheathing drops below the dew point creating a thin layer of moisture on the substrate.
On the east side only there is black mold for the first 6 up the slope.
And he is having problems with water underneath the decking.
Mold must be removed from attic sheathing because the spores can cause serious health problems.
The white blown in insulation was used.