Crawling Around In Attic

While i m sure there s a manual out there somewhere on the subject in my 28 years i haven t found one.

Crawling around in attic.

If you displace insulation in order to move around in the attic don t forget to put it back as you leave. You have to be able to see. Sounds coming from your attic could be from a number of causes pipes settling wind but the most common cause is the presence of an animal or animals in the attic. Not only to do your work but also so you can move safely.

Prepare to get dirty the entire process of sealing your attic will be made easier if you take the time and effort to wear the right gear. The trail you leave in the attic can easily end up tracing a path on the ceiling below. Insulation can become contaminated with feces and urine by rodents seeking shelter and warmth. So just based on my experience and what i teach my guys here s 5 golden rules of crawling around an attic.

Critters just love to live in the attics of homes and the walls ceiling gaps crawl spaces etc. Wear knee pads to help prevent pain associated with crawling on attic joists. But attics are the favorite spot for wild animals. Exposed floor joists can cause condensation on the inside of the ceiling peeling paint and nail rusting.

Rodents by nature have a tendency.