Replacing Wet Insulation: 4 Reasons Why

If you have wet roof or ceiling insulation, it’s time to replace it. The bottom line is that if your attic or ceiling has moisture problems, you need to take action quickly: In most cases, wet insulation will lead to mold and structural damage over time—which means more expensive repairs down the road.

1. Wet insulation can damage your ceiling.

One of the most common problems caused by wet roof insulation is damage to your ceiling. If you have unchecked wet insulation, it will inevitably lead to water damage to your ceiling and potentially even collapse! If this happens, your home will be damaged, repairs will be needed, and it could cost thousands of dollars!

2. Wet insulation can cause damage to your roof and attic space.

The second reason that wet insulation should be replaced is that it can cause structural damage to your roof and attic space. Roofs are designed to withstand rain, but they aren’t designed to resist moisture from inside the home.

If water gets into your attic and stays there for an extended period, it can cause the wood framing in your house to rot. Insulation holds moisture very well, and having wet insulation resting against your wooden structure will inevitably damage your roof and cost you money.

3. Wet insulation can affect your HVAC system.

Wet insulation can affect your HVAC system.

Even if you don’t notice mold growing on the surface of your insulation, there is still a chance that it has entered your HVAC system through leakage points in ducts and vents. The humidity and moisture from wet insulation can cause mold to grow in these areas and cause severe problems for your home’s comfort level and air quality. It is also possible for mold to begin growing inside your HVAC system if given a chance.

Suppose the mold gets into an air handler or furnace. In that case, it can spread throughout the rest of the house via ductwork. This means that even if you don’t see signs of mold in other areas of your home (like on walls or ceilings), replacing old roof insulation will ensure that you are not exposing yourself or anyone else to toxic spores and allergens.

4. Wet insulation can compromise indoor air quality.

Wet insulation can compromise indoor air quality.

When wet insulation is left in place, mold and mildew will begin to grow within the walls of your home. This may cause respiratory issues such as asthma attacks and allergies.

Mold is capable of causing all kinds of different health issues—allergy attacks, asthma, dizziness, nauseous and more. In addition, mold and mildew can cause structural damage to your home. This is because the growth will weaken the materials, causing them to break down faster than they usually would.

The best way to prevent this is by removing wet insulation as soon as possible.

If you have a wet roof or ceiling insulation, it’s time to replace it.

As a homeowner, you know that a roof is an expensive and time-consuming project. You want to avoid making that mistake by leaving your insulation in place after it has been damaged.

• Replacing a wet roof or ceiling insulation is essential for your home’s and wallet’s longevity. From our experiences & industry benchmarks, the average cost of repairing a damaged roof is $2,000-$2,500. This can add up quickly if multiple leaks in the same area on various levels of your home. Furthermore, even if you’re not spending money on repairs and maintenance due to water damage from poor insulation choices in the past, the cost savings from upgrading would still be worth considering before any further damage occurs!
• For those who don’t want to replace their entire roofing system, replacing old materials can help extend its lifespan significantly. Replacing all those layers means creating fewer access points for moisture, reducing chances for mold growth, and helping prevent future issues like rotted wood or termites taking over inside walls/ceilings where they shouldn’t be living.

Conclusion

As you can see, there are many good reasons to replace your wet insulation. If you’re on the fence and unsure whether or not to do it, we hope these four points have helped convince you. We think it’s pretty straightforward: if your attic and ceiling are soaked with water due to leaks or poor ventilation, it needs some TLC—and fast! Contact the insulation professionals at RCI Perth to help you solve your wet insulation problems today!