A basement dehumidifier is the best solution for moisture and dampness issues. Here are signs your basement can benefit from the addition.
Not every basement in Madison needs a dehumidifier, although knowing the telltale signs that your home is one of the chosen few that can benefit from the addition can save money and reduce potential health problems. What are the signs you need a basement dehumidifier?
Pests
Creepy, crawly bugs that lurk inside dark, damp conditions appreciate the extra moisture build-up inside of homes. The basement and crawlspace actually are their two preferred locations. If you notice pests, be it cockroaches, flies, or something else, a dehumidifier could make your home less inviting to creepy crawlies.
Odors
Lingering odors inside the home can be the cause of dampness. The odors often are confined to basements, crawl spaces, and other tight spaces, although eventually creepy into living areas of the home. If you notice smells that aren’t associated with trash, pets, or other conspicuous items, consider adding a dehumidifier to your place.
Cold, Clammy Feeling
Your HVAC system puts out cool, comfortable air that removes some of the moisture in your home. However, an A/C can do only so much. An added basement dehumidifier can decrease humidity and reduce the cold, clammy feeling that it causes.
Damage to the Home
Moisture can devastate wood floors, other parts of the house, and your possessions inside the home. If you notice issues such as wood rot, crown molding damage, or damage to personal possessions, it is likely caused by high humidity and moisture in the air.
Southern Crawl Space offers moisture control services, including basement and crawlspace waterproofing, drainage system installation, and vapor barrier installation. SCS guarantees to fix your moisture issues permanently. Our trained team of technicians utilizes only the best solutions for your basement or crawlspace. We are proud to offer LumberKote™ and MaxxBarrier™ waterproofing sealers by WatsonSeal. We are Alabama’s ONLY Watson Seal Authorized Dealer.
