In many areas, across this country, homes and businesses are constructed on foundations that create a space between the ground and the subfloor. This area is referred to as the crawl space. Why is it called a crawl space? You guessed it. In order for someone to move around within this area, he or she needs to crawl, because the vertical space is usually two to three feet from the ground to the sub-floor of […]
Controlling Moisture and Condensation Control in Your Home Controlling moisture in your home is important. Too much moisture or condensation can lead to damage, mold, and mildew. There are several things you can do to reduce, and control, the moisture in your home. How Controlling Moisture in Your Home Makes a Difference! Condensation collects when warm, humid air touches a cool surface. You’ll see this over your stove when you cook, on the mirror when […]
Protecting Your Indoor Environment by Controlling Moisture! Protecting Your Indoor Environment by Controlling Moisture! In many areas, across this country, homes and businesses are constructed on foundations that create a space between the ground and the subfloor. This area is referred to as the crawlspace. Why is it called a crawlspace? You guessed it. In order for someone to move around within this area, he or she needs to crawl, because the vertical space is […]
Condensation on interior walls, particularly in areas where air ducts are installed, is an issue that owners of both newer and older homes commonly run into. The most simple explanation for why condensation occurs is moisture meets bad ventilation. The following brief article will go a bit more into the nature of condensation, how it’s caused in your home, and how you can resolve it. The Basics of Wall Condensation The air that is in […]
Moisture and Condensation Control Air always contains some amount of water vapor; the amount will vary depending up the temperature in the room. Warm air has more moisture in it than cold air does. Controlling moisture and condensation control in your office building goes hand in hand with controlling the temperatures in the office. Humidity Causes Condensation The ratio of water vapor in your room to the maximum amount the air can actually hold at […]
