Why Do You Need A Dehumidifier In The Crawl Space?
Moisture and relative humidity are the main reasons your crawl space needs a dehumidifier. Mold can grow in any crawl space with humidity over 70%. Without a dehumidifier, your crawl space will reach and exceed this level 6-8 months of the year. A properly sized and installed dehumidifier will control crawl space humidity, preventing the conditions that invite mold growth, wood rot, and pests.
Instant Benefits From Installing The Right Crawl Space Dehumidifier:
Mold Prevention
Proper installation of a commercial-grade crawl space dehumidifier helps reduce humidity and wood moisture levels, preventing the conditions that foster mold growth and improving the indoor air quality of your home.
Improves Indoor Air Quality
By removing excess moisture and reducing humidity, installing a crawl space dehumidifier helps improve the overall air quality in your home, making it easier to breathe and reducing allergens.
Protects Structural Integrity
High humidity in your crawl space can lead to wood rot, decay, and structural damage over time. Installing a properly sized crawl space dehumidifier will help protect the wood structure of your home by controlling and stabilizing moisture levels.
Increased Energy Efficiency
Excess humidity can make your HVAC system work harder, increasing energy bills. Installing a dehumidifier can reduce this workload by making it easier for your system to cool and dehumidify your home, lowering energy costs.
What’s Included in Our Crawl Space Dehumidifier Installation
We begin by providing a comprehensive crawl space evaluation to determine the appropriate dehumidifier for the size and layout of your home. We also include plumbing and electrical services to ensure a proper installation. As a bonus, we install a hard-wired monitor, allowing you to read crawl space humidity and temperature from the first floor of your home. At The Clean Air Co., all of our dehumidifiers come with a 5-year manufacturer's warranty. Optional maintenance services are also available.
Common Questions About Crawl Space Dehumidifiers
As Nashville's premier crawl space dehumidifier installer, we always do our best for our customers. Here are some of the most common questions we receive about crawl space dehumidifiers and installing them.
How Much Does Installing A Dehumidifier Cost In Nashville?
The cost of installing a crawl space dehumidifier in Nashville depends on various factors, such as the size of your crawl space, the type of dehumidifier, and any additional features required for the installation. The Clean Air Co. provides FREE estimates to install a dehumidifier.
How Long Does It Take To Install A Dehumidifier?
The installation process of a crawl space dehumidifier typically takes from a few hours to a full day, depending on the crawl space size and the complexity of the installation.
How Much Does A Crawl Space Dehumidifier Cost To Run?
While installing a dehumidifier will increase energy costs by a little, these increases are most often offset by the reduced workload and increased efficiency of your HVAC System. When installed as part of a crawl space encapsulation project, the overall improvements more than offset any additional utility costs.
Does A Crawl Space Dehumidifier Require Bi-Annual Coil Cleaning?
Yes, we recommend routine filter changes (2x per year) and annual cleaning of the dehumidifier’s coils and pump equipment. While some of our customers elect to perform this maintenance themselves, we also offer optional maintenance programs to keep your crawl space dehumidifier operating at its best. During our service visits, we also provide a free crawl space inspection to provide added peace of mind.