What happens if you dont have a ventilation fan in your basement?
When air continually circulates without a way of escaping in a basement, several issues may set in. Mold and mildew will start to grow after a while, the wood may begin to rot, and the atmosphere will become uncomfortable. To avoid all these, all you have to do is get a suitable ventilation fan.
How does a basement air conditioner fan work?
Interestingly, the fan comes with a freeze protection thermostat with automatic shutoff and galvanized faceplates that can be trimmed to fit openings. Basement ventilation goes beyond preventing mold or smell, it ensures that these odors do not get into other living areas in the home.
Are there any downsides to increasing fan speed?
One major downfall to increasing fan speed (above the system requirements) is you will flash heat the air in the house and satisfy the thermostat too soon. The unit would then be cycling constantly and you will not feel comfortable.
How big of a fan do I need for my basement?
This 12 inch exhaust comes with every functional feature you need to ensure good airflow in your basement, besides a digital display. It is suitable for fairly large basements as it is a powerful fan. It is easy to install but you should know that you need an opening in the basement wall to install.
When air continually circulates without a way of escaping in a basement, several issues may set in. Mold and mildew will start to grow after a while, the wood may begin to rot, and the atmosphere will become uncomfortable. To avoid all these, all you have to do is get a suitable ventilation fan.
Interestingly, the fan comes with a freeze protection thermostat with automatic shutoff and galvanized faceplates that can be trimmed to fit openings. Basement ventilation goes beyond preventing mold or smell, it ensures that these odors do not get into other living areas in the home.
What should the fan speed be to get rid of humidity?
Adjust your fan speed. In hot, humid climates like ours, you want your air conditioner to move air at a rate at or near 350 CFM per ton. Many systems are set up to move air at a rate faster than that. For humidity removal, a faster rate is not ideal. Say your system moves air at around 400 CFM per ton.
What does the Xchanger basement fan do for You?
The Xchanger Basement Fan is the economical and simple way to automatically ventilate your basement to eliminate basement odors and reduce humidity. Exhaust musty air or air contaminated by wood off-gassing or radon.
