Book Archived
Pitched roofs: thermal insulation near the eaves
Publisher
BRE Archive
Author
BRE Housing Defects Prevention Unit
Format
2 pages
Subject / Keyword
Defect Action Sheet 4, DAS4, roof space, ventilation, condensation, attics, lofts, water vapour, thermal insulation, cross-ventilation.
Published Date
01-Jun-1982
ISBN
Defect Action Sheet 4 (Site)
THIS PUBLICATION HAS BEEN ARCHIVED.
Whilst this publication can still be purchased some of the information in it has been superseded by more recent research and standards. The BRE Group does not accept any responsibility whatsoever for any loss or damage, including - without limitation - indirect or consequential loss or damage arising from use, or loss of use, of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this document.
Failure: Condensation and mould growth in the house and the roof space; rot in timber and corrosion of steel fixings in the roof space.
Defect: Insulation not covering the ceiling at the edges, or pushed into the eaves so that eaves ventilation is blocked.
Book Archived
Pitched roofs: thermal insulation near the eaves
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