It’s not glamorous work and nobody compliments your attic vents, but it’s saved me a lot of headaches (and cash) in the long run.
Man, I hear you. I skipped the attic vent check when we bought our place because everything “looked fine” from the outside. Ended up with a weird mildew smell and had to rip out a chunk of drywall. Not fun or cheap. Now I’m always poking around up there, even though it’s basically just me and the spiders.
Now I’m always poking around up there, even though it’s basically just me and the spiders.
Haha, yeah, the attic’s basically a spider convention center at my place too. I used to ignore it until a hailstorm turned my “fine” roof into Swiss cheese. Didn’t notice until water started dripping onto my TV. Now I check after every big storm, even if it means braving the cobwebs and mystery insulation fluff. It’s not glamorous, but it beats drywall surgery.
That’s honestly the right move. Most folks don’t realize how fast a small leak can turn into a major headache—especially after hail. I’ve seen people wait until there’s actual water damage, and by then it’s a way bigger fix. Checking after storms is smart, even if it means dealing with the attic “wildlife.” Sometimes just spotting a loose shingle early saves you a ton of hassle later.
Sometimes just spotting a loose shingle early saves you a ton of hassle later.
That’s exactly it. Early detection really does make all the difference. I’ve managed properties where a missed cracked vent boot led to ceiling stains and mold—cost way more than a simple patch job would’ve. Even if it’s just a quick walk-around after a storm, it’s worth the effort. Those attic critters can be a pain, but it beats dealing with waterlogged insulation any day.
Couldn’t agree more—catching those little issues early can save a lot of money and headaches down the road. I’ve seen plenty of cases where a small split in a flashing or a missing shingle went unnoticed, and before you know it, there’s rot or mold in the attic. Even just checking the attic for daylight after a storm can help spot trouble before it gets expensive. It’s not always fun crawling around up there, but it sure beats dealing with a major repair later.
