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  • Nov 25, 2009, 01:50 PM
    hardyboy
    Eaves & soffits
    My new house which has 12" wood eaves have NO soffits installed. The roof pitch I believe is 7/12 (approx. 9-10' high at its peak and the blown cellulose insulation covers the eaves. The only vents are along the roof peak line.
    Am I in for trouble down the road with moisture buildup, mildew and/or rotting eaves?
    If so, what are the suggested solutions?
    Thanks!
  • Nov 29, 2009, 06:38 PM
    21boat

    You didn't mention if there were any gable vents.

    More Venting the better it Must vent no matter what. Basic on venting.

    BSD-102: Understanding Attic Ventilation —

    attic venting

    Vent Requirements

    You could always check you local codes for Venting requirements in your Geo.
  • Nov 30, 2009, 10:42 AM
    hardyboy
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by 21boat View Post
    You didn't mention if there were any gable vents.

    More Venting the better it Must vent no matter what. Basic on venting.

    BSD-102: Understanding Attic Ventilation —

    attic venting

    Vent Requirements

    You could always check you local codes for Venting requirements in your Geo.

    Thank you 21boat,
    There are no gable vents. The attic square footage I estimate to be approx. 5,800.
    There are only some side vents (openings between portions of the side upper wall framing in the 2-car garage as access to the attic).
    I understand the more venting the better but your 1st answer leaves me with a lot more research to do to find the basic answer to my question.

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