Roof Leaks Snd Attic Mold

Some of the first signs of a roof leak include the following.

Roof leaks snd attic mold.

When water enters the home and has the chance to stagnate mold spores begin to germinate within the moist surface. That means that water and moisture is likely coming in through your attic and if the leak isn t resolved in a timely manner it could damage ceilings and drywall as well. Roof leaks cause two types of mold growth. A roof leak can cause two separate types of mold growth.

Systemic or limited growth. Systemic growth occurs when the roof leak results in enough moisture buildup to cause mold growth throughout the entire. Systemic mold growthoccurs when a leaking roof lets in so much moisture that mold can thrive in your attic. Limited growth occurs when an attic has good enough ventilation to prevent condensation so moisture accumulates only in.

In this case the moisture buildup is indirect the roof leak only affects a small area but the dampness in the air causes condensation throughout. Mold in attic is fairly common because attics are often damp. Even in this case in our opinion the reasons to remove and replace roof sheathing and framing would normally be based on the condition of the roof framing and sheathing not on the presence of mold or stains. While this kind of water damage is never fun the good news is that at least you know what the problem is and can get it dried before mold starts to grow.

Systemic growth occurs when the roof leak causes enough moisture buildup in the attic to cause mold growth throughout the entire area. Brown or gray ceiling discoloration visible mold growth usually dark green brown or black a musty odor near the area of the roof leak. In our roof interior attic photo at left you can see antique roof framing along with black stains and probably some mold growth from a long history of roof leaks. Look out for the following.

A leaky roof can pave the way for mold in a big hurry. In addition to material damage that is caused by a roof leak it may also lead to subsequent mold growth. Roof leaks can cause two types of mold growth. Yellow or brown stains on ceilings wet spots on ceiling or interior walls leaking through windows or a fireplace warped or buckled woodwork a musty odor indicating the possible presence of mold.

Both can be hazardous to your health more on that later and both are definitely emergencies. That s because mold.