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Attics
As a home inspector this is what you should know about Attics, Insulation, Mold
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How is an Attic defined? | An unlivable space which is between the Roof Covering and the Living Space ** It is considered a Livable Space when it is a Finished Attic - when this happens the Attic is now considered part of the Interior |
| How do you know if Ventilation is working? | 1) Temperature of the Attic should not be more than 30° 2) There will be no signs of mold |
| What is a Mechanical System? | A thermostatic fan that is installed in one of the Gable Vent locations or within the Roof Structure The fan has a controller, which the user sets the temperature for when the fan turns on/off |
| What 3 conditions allow Mold to grow? | 1) Water/Moisture 2) Organic Food Source (Paper, Fabric, Sheetrock) 3) Proper temperature |
| TRUE or FALSE We ARE performing a Mold Assessment. We are telling our clients there is Mold present | FALSE We are NOT performing a Mold assessment, but we are informing our client if we see any Mold-like substance that could be considered Mold |
| Name the 3 areas where a home inspector typically can find Mold | 1) Basement (Wood Panelling, Floor Joists above appliances, usually white Mold) 2) Bathrooms (Ceilings, Caulking (Not Serious)) 3) Attics |
| What is the function for Insulation? | To slow the rate of heat transfer from the Livable Space to the unlivable space |
| Name the 4 typical Insulation requirements | 1) Attic - R49-R60 2) Ceiling - R30-R60 3) Wall - R13-R21 4) Floor - R25-R30 |
| TRUE or FALSE A home inspector NEEDS to determine the R-Value of Insulation | FALSE We do not determine the R-Value of Insulation - the following can be documented in your report 1) Insufficient - Can see the top of the Joists in the Attic area 2) Adequate - About 4" above the Joists 3) Good - Double Layer of Insulation |
| Name the 4 Material Types of Insulation | 1) Fiberglass (1938, Most Common today) 2) Cellulose - Recycled newspaper grounded with fire retardant material (1950's) 3) Mineral Wood - Fibrous materials, molten minerals, rock, slag, ceramics 4) Vermiculite (1919-1990, Asbestos (Safety Concern)) |
| Name the 8 items that a home inspector is NOT required to observe or report on | 1) Not accessible 2) Move Insulation 3) Move Vapor Retarders 4) Damage surface finishes 5) R-Value of Insulation 6) Activate Mechanical Attic Fans 7) Determine Material Types used in Insulation, pipes, ducts 8) Adequacy of Ventilation |
| What are the 4 types of Attic spaces? | 1) Unfinished 2) Finished with sloping Ceilings & Kneewalls 3) Finished Horizontal Attic 4) Finished with Upper Attic & Kneewalls |
| What is the general use case of an Attic? | Used for general household storage, location for mechanical devices (HVAC), possibly a small livable space if the Attic is finished |
| Which 2 seasons are the most critical when it comes to proper Ventilation in the Attic? | 1) Summer 2) Winter |
| What are the 3 mechanisms for movement of air in the Attic? | 1) Wind blowing over the Roof System 2) Thermal Stack Effect (Natural Ventilation) 3) Mechanical System |
| TRUE or FALSE The high pressure flow of air WILL force air into the Attic through the Gable Vents/Vents, and possibly to the Roof Vents | TRUE |
| Low pressure ________ will pull the air from the Attic through the Ridge Vent, Roof Vents, Whirlybirds, etc | Wind |
| What is Thermal Stack Effect? | When hot air rises & cool air sinks ** The most optimal Ventilation for a home is Ridge Vents & Soffit Vents combo! |
| What information can attics reveal when they're inspected? | 1) Structural integrity of the Roof 2) Water infiltration/leakage 3) Proper Ventilation 4) Insulation 5) Fire Hazards 6) Electrical Connections 7) Chimney Conditions |
| TRUE or FALSE It is essential that EVERY Attic is inspected | TRUE One of the most important areas of the house |
| Name the 6 items that home inspectors are required to observe and report on | 1) Insulation in unfinished Attics 2) Ventilation 3) Mechanical Ventilation Systems 4) Absence of Insulation 5) Mold-like Substances 6) Water intrusion, pests, & vermin |
| How do dames (icicles) occur | When heat inside of the house enters the Attic and melts the snow on the Roof. The melted snow drips down the Roof & refreezes when it catches the colder part of the Roof that overhands the Wall. |
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