| Harry Palmer 2007-05-20, 8:25 pm |
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"marson" <briankontio@gmail.com> wrote in message
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> On May 19, 8:07 am, "Harry Palmer" <n...@nope.com> wrote:
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> You might get away with sealing those gaps, but I would be sure that
> you don't close something up that you can't monitor. I'd guess an old
> roof with shiplap and asphalt shingles will probably breath well
> enough that you won't have problems with condensation, especially if
> your whole house is leaky. I live in an old house that has no roof
> ventilation whatsoever, and no condensation forms in the attic--but
> you will need to monitor this. Go up in the winter and look for signs
> of condensation/frost.
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> However, using the bottom of the roof sheathing as a finished surface
> does not seem practical. Isn't it going to cook up there in the
> summer and freeze in the winter? To make it livable, I would think
> you would need a ventilation space next to the sheathing, then
> insulation and vapor barrier, and finally drywall or panelling or
> something.
>
thanks Marson for your advice. You've made me reconsider going it alone on
this one and seeking expert advice. Thanks.
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