Often a quick inspection of the roof space can reveal a range of items and surprises.
Debris can be left over after the house construction, previous roof renovations or attic work was completed. This debris can consist of timber, metal, roofing materials, pipes, electrical wiring and conduits and in some cases general rubbish. This can provide an ideal breeding ground for mould, mildew, rodents, spiders, insects and other nasty and unwelcome house guests.
A lot of home owners also use the roof space for storage. Some items that have been stored in roof spaces and forgotten about can include dangerous chemicals such as chlorine, oil and fuel, all which pose a fire risk to your home.
With all this building debris and forgotten storage items in the cavity, all the additional weight of all this rubbish can also cause ceilings to start sagging. This can result in expensive repairs that are often not covered by insurance.