DEEKAYPEE8569
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.....well, not a "cheap" one; an inexpensive one, if there is such a thing; one that would service a 20x30x12 ft. structure.
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Just thought I'd mention this since you want an inexpensive unit. There is no such thing as an inexpensive dehumidifier, they actually use quite a bit of electricity. The only things in your house that will use more is the air conditioner, refrigerator, and water heater.
Wow, i would say you have an underlying ptoblem you should try to fix and not just maskk with a dehumidifier then.You are right about the electric use of dehumidifiers, but it is cheaper than paying for ripping out, and replacing walls because of black mold; which is very hazardous to health. We have to empty ours once a day; sometimes, twice depending on rainfall, and humidity.
Wow, i would say you have an underlying ptoblem you should try to fix and not just maskk with a dehumidifier then.
Describe your walls and floor. Paintimg my moms block wall basement with drilock paint controled what moisture she had. The key is to build the house correctly in the dirst pllace. A properly designed french drain and foundation vs a cheaply made job makes a world of difference. You can fix it after the house is built, but it is a big jobYour use of the word underlying made me laugh. What are your suggestions in maintaining the moisture in a below ground basement? Thanks.
Get them up off the floor, throw a bag of instant rice in each container or giant ziploc bag.In the process right now of packing boxes and putting them in the detached garage which has an oil heater; but no A/C. The packed boxes are on the floor, vice in the overhead/attic. The concern is, the fabric things (blankets, clothes etc.) will mold sitting in a non-environmentally controlled space.
Describe your walls and floor. Paintimg my moms block wall basement with drilock paint controled what moisture she had. The key is to build the house correctly in the dirst pllace. A properly designed french drain and foundation vs a cheaply made job makes a world of difference. You can fix it after the house is built, but it is a big job
Get them up off the floor, throw a bag of instant rice in each container or giant ziploc bag.
Yea, except it actually does do a good job with moisture in the air. Its why restaurants put rice in the salt shaker.Same idea as to put your cellphone in rice after it falls in the toilet.
Yea, except it actually does do a good job with moisture in the air. Its why restaurants put rice in the salt shaker.