Clarence
New Member
Hi,
I have a galvanized steel downspout inside the cavity of the wall in my house. The downspout is between the siding and the inside drywall and runs alongside a stud.
The problem I have is that the downspout is wet. I removed the drywall for a different project and it rained that day. I double checked for leaks but could not find one. Since the water seems to be evenly distributed over the surface of the downspout, I suspect that this is condensation rather than a leak. Also the downspout is cold with rain running down the inside, while it is warm in the house.
My question is, if I cover the downspout back up with insulation and drywall, will it be dry? My idea is that if the downspout is not exposed to the moisture in the air on the inside of the house, it cannot condense the water. My fear is that it will remain damp underneath and grow mold.
Your thoughts?
Thanks, Clarence.
I have a galvanized steel downspout inside the cavity of the wall in my house. The downspout is between the siding and the inside drywall and runs alongside a stud.
The problem I have is that the downspout is wet. I removed the drywall for a different project and it rained that day. I double checked for leaks but could not find one. Since the water seems to be evenly distributed over the surface of the downspout, I suspect that this is condensation rather than a leak. Also the downspout is cold with rain running down the inside, while it is warm in the house.
My question is, if I cover the downspout back up with insulation and drywall, will it be dry? My idea is that if the downspout is not exposed to the moisture in the air on the inside of the house, it cannot condense the water. My fear is that it will remain damp underneath and grow mold.
Your thoughts?
Thanks, Clarence.