Buckled or damaged roof sheathing.
Everything in my attic is wet.
If you suspect you have moisture problems in your attic check for the following indications of excess moisture in the attic.
My guess is that this has been going on for a while and is caused by convection of living space moisture into the attic the most common source of attics excessive moisture.
Moist or wet insulation.
Air conditioner condensate pan not draining.
Though attics are typically hot and dry a leaky roof or pipe condensation or severe weather can cause water to enter your attic.
Moisture frost and ice buildup on roofing nails.
In the first instance you need to try and reduce the amount of moisture vapour penetrating into the attic in the first place.
Convection can take place through cracks in different materials unglued drywall tape joints electric boxes holes drilled for wires and plumbing pipes ceiling light.
Top causes of attic moisture.
Inadequate ventilation attics must be vented to allow moist warm air to escape.
Moist air is created from everyday activities including cooking.
Water in your attic can damage wood beams insulation and even.
Clothes dryers venting air to the attic rather than outside.
Water or drip marks scattered on the attic floor.
Attics can suffer two types of leaks.