Six Things In The Attic That Tell You Everything About Your Builder

You paid for every square foot of your house, but the attic is often the one place nobody checks. I’m Dale Whitcomb, and I’ll show you how a safe, twenty-minute attic walkthrough can reveal the truth about your builder’s workmanship—from venting and insulation to wiring, ductwork, seals, and damaged framing. I’ll explain where to step, what to look for, and which problems can quietly raise your energy bills or lead to expensive repairs. I’ll also show you what an attic inspection can’t reveal, and why waiting to investigate small warning signs can cost far more later. 0:00 The attic you already paid for 1:45 Safe attic inspection rules 2:16 Bath fan venting 4:22 Insulation at the eaves 6:54 Attic wiring support 8:50 Leaking and sagging ductwork 10:03 Hatch seals and dirty insulation 11:24 Cut or damaged trusses 13:42 What this walkthrough misses 14:02 The cost of waiting 14:44 The twenty-minute checklist #HomeInspection #AtticInspection #BuildingQuality #Homeownership #ConstructionTips