Attic
Click on the items in the image below to learn how to stay healthy and safe.
Health and Safety Tips:
- Seal gaps around roofing, attic spaces, windows, and doors to prevent rodents and insects from entering the house.
- Clean up clutter to prevent rodents and insects from finding places to nest.
- Find out whether your insulation could contain asbestos. If so, it is safest to leave the material alone. Consult an experienced contractor if it must be removed or disturbed.
- Ensure proper ventilation in the attic to prevent excessive moisture that can promote mold growth
Health and Safety Tips:
- Seal gaps around roofing, attic spaces, windows, and doors to prevent rodents and insects from entering the house.
- Clean up clutter to prevent rodents and insects from finding places to nest.
- Find out whether your insulation could contain asbestos. If so, it is safest to leave the material alone. Consult an experienced contractor if it must be removed or disturbed.
- Ensure proper ventilation in the attic to prevent excessive moisture that can promote mold growth.
Green Tip
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Reduce your home's heating and cooling costs with proper insulation, moisture control, and air sealing.
(U.S. Department of Energy Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy [EERE])
Contact Us:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
1600 Clifton Rd
Atlanta, GA 30333 - 800-CDC-INFO
(800-232-4636)
TTY: (888) 232-6348
24 Hours/Every Day - cdcinfo@cdc.gov
