Rodents by nature have a tendency.
Crawling around in attic.
Wear knee pads to help prevent pain associated with crawling on attic joists.
The trail you leave in the attic can easily end up tracing a path on the ceiling below.
There are certain times when insulation can be damaged beyond repair.
But attics are the favorite spot for wild animals.
If you displace insulation in order to move around in the attic don t forget to put it back as you leave.
Additionally a lightweight disposable coverall gloves and hat can keep itchy and irritating insulation off your skin.
You have to be able to see.
Critters just love to live in the attics of homes and the walls ceiling gaps crawl spaces etc.
Sounds coming from your attic could be from a number of causes pipes settling wind but the most common cause is the presence of an animal or animals in the attic.
Your attic or crawl space.
So just based on my experience and what i teach my guys here s 5 golden rules of crawling around an attic.
Exposed floor joists can cause condensation on the inside of the ceiling peeling paint and nail rusting.
Insulation can become contaminated with feces and urine by rodents seeking shelter and warmth.