Aim High Home Inspection Services LLC

Over the years inspecting homes across New York, I’ve seen the same preventable maintenance issues over and over again.

Most homeowners aren’t careless. They just aren’t given a clear system to follow.

So I built a home maintenance app based on how I actually inspect a house.

More details soon.

Protecting Your Home This Winter: Attic Ventilation Matters

During the winter, it’s common for warm interior air to rise into the attic and condense on the cold roof surfaces. That’s when you start seeing moisture, staining, frost buildup, and even mold or ice dam problems along the roofline.

When I’m in attics this time of year, one issue I come across all the time is missing or improperly installed baffle vents. These baffles keep insulation from blocking the soffit vents and allow outside air to flow up from the eaves the way it’s supposed to. When they’re missing or crushed, the soffits can’t breathe, and moisture becomes a problem pretty quickly.

What to look for:
• Missing or blocked baffle vents
• Insulation pushed tight against the roof deck
• Staining, frost, or visible moisture
• Airflow that stops before reaching the ridge area

Proper attic ventilation helps prevent mold, improves energy efficiency, and reduces the risk of ice dams during the colder months.

If you’re unsure about your attic or you’re noticing any moisture concerns, I can help identify the issue before it becomes an expensive repair.

Aim High Home Inspection Services LLC
NY Licensed Home Inspector #16000136124
NY Licensed Mold Assessor #01739
Serving the Capital Region
518-330-2772

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