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Improper Attic Ventilation

Insufficient or short-circuited intake/exhaust airflow in the attic.

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What it is: Insufficient or short-circuited intake/exhaust airflow in the attic.

Why it matters

Poor ventilation drives ice dams, condensation and premature shingle aging.

Improper Attic Ventilation during a Bloomington MN home inspection

Why it's common in Bloomington

A root cause behind many Bloomington ice-dam and attic-moisture findings.

Signs to watch for

  • blocked soffit vents
  • no ridge/gable exhaust
  • matted insulation at the eaves

What we check during the inspection

We evaluate the intake-to-exhaust balance and baffles at the eaves.

How it's typically corrected

Add/clear soffit intake, add ridge or gable exhaust, install baffles.

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