The other day at a home inspection while traversing an attic. I squeezed through an opening to get to the other section of the attic. While there I saw what is imaged to the right. It is charred roof sheathing. It is charred because the gas water heater vent is disconnected and the exhaust is not being directed safely outside, slowing buring the wood.
The roof had been recently replaced so perhaps the roofers accidentally loosened the vent while working.
If my extra efforts of actually climbing through a hot dirty attic was not made then who knows what would have happened eventually. I am certain that the clients are very happy I saw this.
I encourage you to periodically inspect these areas of your house or have someone do it for you.
The roof had been recently replaced so perhaps the roofers accidentally loosened the vent while working.
If my extra efforts of actually climbing through a hot dirty attic was not made then who knows what would have happened eventually. I am certain that the clients are very happy I saw this.
I encourage you to periodically inspect these areas of your house or have someone do it for you.
