Question: The drywall in my house separates from the ceiling and opens a gap of a quarter-inch in the winter. In early spring the gap closes completely and stays that way until late fall. The drywall ...
Moisture problems in a house rarely start with a dramatic leak. More often, they creep in quietly when warm indoor air is trapped in the wrong place and has no clean way out. The most damaging mistake ...
A well-ventilated attic can help prevent problems associated with excessive heat and moisture buildup. This requires continuous air circulation in the attic, exchanging overheated and moisture-ridden ...
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Many building codes in the southeastern United States call for increased attic and crawl space ventilation to fight moisture and related IAQ problems. Craig DeWitt, Ph.D., P.E., ...
Why is attic ventilation such a big deal? You hear the Guys talk about it incessantly, especially this time of year. Most often, in the Midwest, the attic is considered unconditioned space, meaning ...
Inadequate or improper attic ventilation in a home can create year-around problems ranging from overheating of the attic and discomfort in the home in summer to attic condensation in winter. An ...
Across the country, home inspectors keep circling the same overlooked trouble spot, and it is not the roof, the foundation, ...
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga., Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Why do so many roofs in Flowery Branch fail earlier than expected, even without storm damage? A HelloNation article featuring Brenda Sarratt of ...
The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga., Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Why do so many roofs in Flowery Branch fail earlier than expected, ...