Working In Attic Heat

Use the 9 tips in this attic safety guide to have the right materials stay cool and set up a smart workspace in order to prevent injury to yourself or the home.

Working in attic heat.

Because the warmer air comes from ducts that are at ceiling level in each room the unit creates a warm air fan experience where you feel the heat near your head first instead of down by your feet. And it can cause your air conditioner to work harder than it needs to and send your energy bills soaring with the temperature. Worst yet the heat buildup is not just a summer concern. Although illness from exposure to heat is preventable every year thousands become sick from occupational heat exposure and some cases are fatal.

An overheated attic can bake asphalt shingles on the roof and cause them to deteriorate. Take its temperature. Take precautions to avoid a dangerous working environment in the attic. Also remember to watch your step.

A sealed attic will trap excessive heat and moisture causing extreme heat buildup on the roofs surface which can in turn lead to reduced shingle life. During hot weather start working early as attics heat up as the day moves on. Most outdoor fatalities 50 to 70 occur in the first few days of working in warm or hot environments because the body needs to build a tolerance to the heat gradually over time. Whether you re a professional or a home handyman make sure to take precaution before doing work in the attic.

Working in a hot attic can lead to heat exhaustion dehydration and heat stroke if you do not take the necessary precautions to remain cool. If you ve got something to say about reflective roofs let s. High temperatures inside your attic shorten the life span of shingles. Excessive heat deteriorates items you store in the attic and can cause moisture problems in your house.

I m not going to let the comments for this article turn into the allison is nuts because pavs can sometimes work charade that has happened with previous articles. If you want the heat out of your attic a reflective roof or radiant barrier are better ways to get there. An unventilated attic can reach 150 degrees in the heat of summer 50 degrees higher than it should be.