Do You Need a Vent Fan And Dehumidifier?
On today’s blog we will discuss when you will need a vent fan and dehumidifier in the crawl space. How we at Crawl Space Ninja determine the best way to install them. Why both are crucial to crawl space encapsulation.
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Crawl Space Ventilation Fan
The Crawl Space Ninja System includes a vent fan and a dehumidifier, but we do get questions if a vent fan is truly needed if you have a dehumidifier. The answer is yes.
The reason for the vent fan is to move soil gases that might be present in your crawl space out. We are located in East Tennessee where there can be radon present. This doesn’t mean you have a radon problem but other gases can also be present so we like to take precautions.
Crawl Space Dehumidifier
Remember this is only the case when the dehumidifier is a standalone unit within the crawl space. That means that the dehumidifier will not be pulling in air from the living space above.
The only thing you have to keep in mind is that one vent fan can cover up to 5,000 square feet. Make sure crawl space vents are sealed properly. If you have a larger crawl space, multiple units may be needed.
Other Crawl Space Essentials
A properly installed vapor barrier is also needed. Crawl space insulation cannot be overlooked. Standing water from a flooded crawl space can add humidity as well.
Below is a video that talks a little bit more about this same subject, comment and tell us what you think!
Does Hydrostatic Pressure Affect Humidity
What Next?
Do you need help with mold removal, crawl space encapsulation, crawl space insulation, vapor barrier, waterproofing, foundation repair, or controlling humidity in your crawl space and you live in Georgia, Delaware, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio, or Kentucky? If so, please contact us to schedule your assessment. Also, let us know in the comments below if you have an idea for a new blog topic.
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