Drips in the loft on cold mornings? Here’s why
Drips on the felt or droplets on nails on a cold morning are classic loft condensation. It has a cause, and you can fix it.
Where the water comes from
Cooking, showers and breathing put moisture into the air. Warm air rises into the loft through gaps and condenses on cold surfaces.
Why it can start after insulating
A well-insulated loft is colder, so moist air that gets up there condenses more readily, especially if insulation has blocked the eaves.
The fixes
Seal gaps around the hatch and pipes, duct fans outside, keep the eaves clear and add vents where needed.
Common questions
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