Benefits of a Basement Dehumidifier

Benefits

Prevents Structural Damage

Humidity in your basement can cause structural damage by creating moisture on the walls and wood. A dehumidifier installed in your home’s basement will allow you to control the humidity levels. This will allow you to keep the basement dry and maintain the structural integrity of your floor system and walls.

Prevents Allergens

Moisture in your home’s basement may cause unwanted allergens, such as dust mites, mold, and mildew. These airborne allergens can impact the health of you and your family. Installing a basement dehumidifier helps control moisture, eliminating the unwanted allergens that come with a damp basement.

Prevents Musty Odors

Basement moisture creates mold and mildew, which can cause a nasty smell to travel throughout the home. These odors create an unpleasant living space for you and your family. Dehumidifiers will eliminate that musty smell by pulling moisture from the air, preventing mold and mildew from growing.

Energy Savings

Humidity can make your home feel clammy and wet to the touch. Your air conditioning unit has to work extra hard to remove moisture and keep the air cool. This can raise your energy costs! Overworking of your AC may also lead to costly repairs and possible replacement of the unit. Basement dehumidifiers help keep the humidity levels low, which may help keep your energy bills low too.

Protecting your family and your home is important. Moisture in your basement may affect the quality of the air you breathe, your energy bills, and the structural integrity of your home. Contact Indiana Foundation Service for a free basement inspection and no-obligation waterproofing quote.

Holly Richards-Purpura

Content Writer

Holly is a Content Writer for Groundworks who has written and edited web content for the foundation services industry for almost 10 years. With a background in journalism, her passion for the written word runs deep. Holly lives in Columbus, OH, with her husband. Along with educating homeowners, she also has a big heart for the Big Apple.