Posts Tagged ‘humidity control’
Crawl Space Humidity Solutions
Installing humidity solutions in your crawl space is a great way to prevent mold and keep moisture from becoming a problem. The problem is everyone has a different opinion on how to control crawl space humidity. Some say to add more fans or vents while others say to just install a vapor barrier. We have…
Read MoreBest Moisture Level for Wood in Crawl Space
What is the best moisture level for wood in the crawl space? We are constantly discussing wood moisture levels being too high, but is too low a problem? Many crawl spaces are too wet but once they dry out, what is too dry? Can a damp crawl space that dries out have any issues? How…
Read MoreEffective Virus Protection by Controlling Humidity
Crawl Space Ninja was initially founded to help improve indoor air quality for homeowners. We began marketing air purification to control dust and is scientifically proven to control pathogens on surfaces and in the air. Over the years, Crawl Space Ninja evolved into focusing primarily on crawl spaces. Much of the methods used to fix…
Read MoreEssential Guide to Humidity Control
The reason for this Essential Guide to Humidity Control is high humidity is extremely damaging and needs to be controlled. Controlling humidity in the entire home is important and often overlooked or misunderstood. The importance of controlling humidity in the entire home is often overlooked or misunderstood. Although our focus as a company is on…
Read MoreMisconception: Fans Lower Crawl Space Humidity
When I first began studying crawl spaces, the foundation vent fan was the #1 recommended way to lower humidity. Dehumidifiers were touted as too expensive and an unnecessary gimmick. Crawl space encapsulation contractors are still viewed by some as snake oil salespeople with only one goal: to take your money. Just today we received a…
Read MoreMisconception: Using HVAC to Control Moisture in Crawl Space
Are you planning to use your home’s HVAC to control moisture in the crawl space? What are the pros and cons of this project? Have you discussed moisture and crawl space humidity control with your Heating and Air Conditioning contractor? HVAC Removes Humidity Your home’s HVAC unit is great at removing high humidity. That is…
Read MoreShould I Install a Dehumidifier in My Garage?
I see many homeowners leaving their garage door open in the summer. I imagine they are attempting to allow fresh air into the garage or make a way for their pets to enter. No matter the motive, leaving the garage door open when it is humid outside can affect your indoor air quality. So, should…
Read MoreBest Humidity Level for Crawl Space
What is the Best Humidity Level for your Crawl Space? Many homeowners ask this question and get very different answers depending on where the answer is coming. We at Crawl Space Ninja feel like the range of humidity should be between 45% and 55% in most cases. What is the Best Humidity Level to Keep…
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