Ceiling Condensation Leak From Hvac Attic

Insulation is responsible for keeping warm air inside your living space and out of the attic where it can lead to condensation.

Ceiling condensation leak from hvac attic.

Usually the leak happens where the vent boot attaches to the duct. Water builds up in the ceiling and eventually there will be a drip if the homeowner is lucky. Condensation dripping from a ceiling vent can have detrimental effects on the ceiling material surrounding the vent as well as carpeting and. If not properly sealed the cold air leaks out meets up with the warm attic air and creates condensation.

If no drip then eventually the entire ceiling will fall. This traps heat in the attic which then warms the ceilings. Also it is possible for dirt or debris to become lodged inside. Unchecked algae growth may eventually infiltrate the condensate drain.

Warm air escaping from a duct into a cold attic can create condensation and encourage mold growth. Finally and most importantly condensation on ductwork can then drip off of your ducts and feed mold growth. If the problem vent is easy to access from your. So what is causing the water leak.

Next take a look at your attic. Inspect your attic insulation. Occasionally the secondary condensation pan will also clog and not drain. Condensation on your ceiling occurs when the attic space above is poorly ventilated and insulated.

When the cool air from your living space rises due to humidity in your home often from cooking bathing or drying clothes it comes in contact with the warm surface of the ceiling and. Over time algae can grow inside of this drain line causing backups or clogs. You could also have an air leak around the vent itself between the vent and drywall. If water is dripping from your ceiling and your furnace and or air handler is located in the attic the most likely cause is a clogged condensate drain line.

A wet condensate drip pan in a hot attic creates a favorable environment for algae to thrive. If you have taken the proper steps to remove excess humid air from your home and you re still having condensation issues it might be time to check the attic insulation. Second when water condenses and drips off of your ductwork it can cause your ceiling to leak which can rot drywall and cause your ceiling to collapse over time not to mention it looks horrible. Water through your ceiling.

Applying mastic gum to the duct joints and adding an r6 layer of insulation around your sheet metal ducts goes a long way toward protecting your attic and ceiling. In the attic i always recommend a float switch installed in the secondary air conditioning condensation drain pan.