Blocked or insufficient ventilation.
Mold in attic roof.
Improper exhausting of bathroom fans or dryer vents.
Insulation is often affected.
In the vast majority of cases the mold growth is caused by condensation.
Mold growth on attic roof sheathing is a common issue in cool climates such as the pacific northwest.
The most common cause of attic mold by far is blocked or insufficient ventilation.
What causes attic mold.
If you have mold in the attic we recommend consulting with a mold removal specialist because.
The photo at the left was identified as a toxic mold that probably should be removed although the ease of movement generally tearing off a roof and roof sheathing and perhaps roof framing to remove mold would not be sensible nor cost justified.
This occurs when the temperature of the sheathing drops below the dew point creating a thin layer of moisture on the substrate.