The foundation of your home is the most important structural element. Your home would literally not be standing without it. So, it is vital to maintain the integrity of your foundation. One very simple way you can do this is to install a dehumidifier in your basement.
Basements tend to accumulate gets excessive moisture as water can seep through the concrete walls from the outside soil, through leaks or cracks, and through the foundation. Excessive moisture leads to other problems. It can cause mold to grow, it can ruin carpets, furniture, wooden baseboards, door, and window frames, and even cause electrical problems.
What are the signs you need a dehumidifier in your basement?
While sometimes excess moisture may be obvious when it comes to standing water – but it is not always obvious. Some of the signs that you may have excess moisture and should install a dehumidifier include:
- Water spots on the walls, ceiling, or floors.
- Damp carpets, furniture, or curtains.
- You notice a musty, moldy scent.
- Visible mold on surfaces or walls.
- Condensation on surfaces.
Dehumidifier Basics:
You will want to install a dehumidifier that is made for basements. Since it is typically cooler in the basement, a dehumidifier that is meant for the rest of the house won’t work properly.
At Missouri Foundation and Foam we have many choices when it comes to finding the right dehumidifier for your home. We rely on two of the best dehumidifier brands around: Aprilaire® and Santa Fe. Our dehumidifiers will prevent mold growth and mildew issues and the problems they cause. We support both brands with a full range of accessories and filters for each.
Benefits of a Basement Dehumidifier:
A dehumidifier provides many benefits to homeowners and their families.
- Prevents Structural Damage: Humidity in your basement can cause structural damage by creating moisture in your walls. A dehumidifier will allow you to control the humidity levels in your basement which will keep the basement dry and maintain the structural integrity of your foundation.
- Eliminate Allergens: Excess moisture in your basement can cause unwanted allergens such as dust mites, mold, and mildew. These types of allergens will impact the health of you and your family. A basement dehumidifier will help to control the moisture levels in your basement which will eliminate the unwanted allergens.
- No More Odors: Mold and mildew caused by basement moisture can cause gross smells to waft into your home. No one wants to live in a home with an unpleasant odor. Installing a basement dehumidifier will eliminate that musty smell by pulling moisture from the air, preventing mold and mildew from growing.
- Energy Savings: Without a dehumidifier, your air condition unit will work overtime to removed excess moisture from the air when your home feels clammy and wet to the touch. This will cause your energy bills to go up and if you overwork your air condition unit, this could lead to costly repairs or even cause the need for you to have to replace the unit. Basement dehumidifiers help keep the humidity levels low, which may help keep your energy bills low too.
Contact Missouri Foundation and Foam for a Basement Dehumidifier
Protect your home from excess moisture with the experts at Missouri Foundation & Foam. Contact us today for a free consultation on waterproofing the basement, crawl space, or foundation of your home.
