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Sub Floor Ventilation The subfloor of your home is the area under the floor boards. This area can become damp or wet for a variety of reasons:
All of these conditions will allow mould mildew to grow and breed, creating the ideal living conditions for termites, rats and mice and other nasties too horrible to think about. In other words, your subfloor area becomes very unhealthy for you and your home. Solutions The two methods we know and use with great success are an extraction (and or inlet) fan or a ducted extraction fan system. Both systems are straight forward, relatively uncomplicated, inexpensive to run and are long term solutions. Edmonds Eco Fan This is a purpose built, rust and corrosion resistant motorized fan that is installed in the foundations of your home between the earth and the under side of the floor. Principle The principle behind this method is simple. The EcoFan extracts as much as 4000 litres of damp, stale, smelly air per minute and this air is then replaced by clean fresh air sucked in through the existing vents in the brickwork. One Ecofan is usually adequate for a normal family home but in some instances we will recommend two EcoFans. They are designed to work 24 hours per day, but the power cost will be less than $6.00 per year - great value! We also estimate the motors have a life of around 7 years. Ducted Inline Fan Extraction System Unlike the Ecofan this Inline Fan uses ducting to transfer/transport air throughout the subfloor area. The system is then ‘balanced’ by adding baffles, so the airflow can be regulated evenly throughout the entire length of ducting. The damp, stale air is sucked from all points within the subfloor area. Each project is unique so the design will depend on the building structure. Commercial In commercial situations, larger homes or areas where it's impractical to install EcoFans, an Inline Fan Extraction System is recommended.
Moisture Cure can install these units in most areas and they can easily be installed by the average handyman. |
and ongoing customer service is unbeatable. We are set up for speedy and reliable despatch to anywhere within Australia. All products carry a warranty and we offer a seven day free trial on our dehumidifiers. Ask about our extended warranty! |
area is damp or musty increase the ventilation. Clear shrubs and plants away from existing air vents, and install extra vents where possible. Your subfloor is no different to the inside of your home, requiring plenty of air movement. If dampness persists, consider installing an Edmonds Eco-Fan. |
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In the worst effected area of your home for the majority of time. Also move it around regularly so that your entire home benefits. Using your dehumidifier this way should dramatically improve your home and the health of its occupants. |
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Home Office Computers, printers, scanners, faxes, in fact all electronic equipment, are affected by excessive humidity. High humidity not only allows mould and mildew to grow and spread, it also encourages rust which is deadly to electronic components. |
Problem it’s their skins. Dust mites shed their skins just like a snake and because they are very light, the skins float in the air we breathe in. Along with dust mite faeces, the skins are what irritate our respiratory tract and often are the cause of asthma attacks, breathing difficulties and other equally horrible health issues. |
Use the continuous drainage option. To keep your home fresh and dry while you are away for a period of time, all you need to do is attach a suitable size hose to drain the water from your dehumidifier down the floor waste in your bathroom or laundry or kitchen sink. The dehumidifier can keep on operating without the water container having to be emptied every day. |
levels or prolonged damp conditions are unhealthy for everyone, particularly for the very young and the very old. Mould and mildew will aggravate the respiratory system and will also increase the problems of allergies sufferers. Lower the humidity levels in your home and this will lower the levels of mould mildew and even rust. |
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leads to Mould, Mildew & Bacteria. Humidity levels over 70% will allow mould and mildew to “colonize” or grow on most natural and absorbent materials including leather, clothing, paper, paintings, electronics and many more surfaces in your home. A dehumidifier will lower humidity levels and reduce the chance of mould and mildew growth. |
is best. After your new dehumidifier has been removing moisture from your home for about a week, start to increase the ventilation. Open windows and doors allowing sunshine in and fresh clean air to circulate into every room. |
from your dehumidifier is great for your garden, your indoor plants and even to top up your fish tank. Lots of our customers have found the pH level of this water does not need any acid or alkaline adjustments and so is harmless to the fish, animals and plants. |
dehumidifier for your home or work place. Our qualified staff will listen to what you are trying to achieve and suggest the appropriate model and size for your needs. It’s no use buying a large capacity unit for a small area and vice versa. |