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Wasps in the attic (new construction) – evidence of a construction defect?

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We have been living in our new building for a little over six months. Today, when I was about to go to the attic, a wasp looked at me. I was a little shocked, the wasp probably was too. But now I'm wondering if the roof is airtight. Or is it okay to have holes through which wasps can fly in? It's a cold roof, built in such a way that you can see the wooden beams under the roof.

asked 6 months ago
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51Kevin Burnett
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Are there vents on the eaves?
– ShawanaB  6 months ago
No. There is a wooden board around the edge from the eaves.
– Kevin Burnett  6 months ago

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The ridge should be open or have mesh for ventilation. Wasps can get in there no problem. It's not a building defect, it's just a cold roof.

answered 6 months ago
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36Candella
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Joints in masonry are also popular.

answered 6 months ago
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1Will Whitehead
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