Humidity Control?

[Doug]

Originally Posted by TheReefGeek

I was just going to run the bathroom fan 24/7. This winter is crazy warm, so I am not too concerned about the cold air coming in. Next winter might be different.

How effective are de-humidifiers?

That will remove humid air alright. Just remember the negative balance thing. Good thing its warm there.

One could take an HRV unit with them but depending on how its installed, a lot of structure will be left. It should enhance the value of a house, enough to cover the cost.

De-humidifiers work fine. Just not the most energy efficient things. I depend on one during the summer however, along with AC. Units like HRV,s are not the best in the summer when the outside air is very moist also. However most people with decent central air units seem to have no problems, esp. the ones that have their hoods andso on vented outside. I know several that also vent their large beckett skimmer outside also.