Proper attic ventilation helps reduce heat and moisture in the attic. The goal is to create an ideal environment for your attic space. Achieving this ideal environment relies on controlling heat and moisture. The most effective method to reduce heat and moisture is...
When it comes to household spaces, attics often remain overlooked. Out of sight and out of mind, it's easy to dismiss the significance of attic heat. However, just because you rarely venture into this area doesn't mean it should be ignored. The consequences of...
What is dew point and how does it affect your home? Dew point is the temperature at which air becomes saturated with water vapor and condenses into visible water droplets. This moisture can lead to issues such as mold, mildew, and poor indoor air quality in your...
Do you know what to look for when inspecting your attic? Attics are an extension of your home and require regular maintenance. The condition of your attic affects not only the items housed in it but the structure of your home. Therefore, it is important to...
Improving Attic Ventilation Improving attic ventilation begins with balanced and distributed airflow in your attic space. This is crucial for combatting moisture and heat buildup. Attics often have variations in temperature and humidity throughout the space. This...
Attic fans are effective tools to reduce heat and moisture within your attic space. The fans help limit the usage of your HVAC therefore reducing your energy cost in theory. However, the cost to run some traditional overpowered attic fans sometimes negates the...
Why should I ventilate my attic? Proper attic ventilation works to decrease heat and moisture within your attic space. Why should you care about heat and moisture? Attic heat and moisture can lead to potential damage to your home and any items that are housed in...
Attic Ventilation Attic fans work to reduce heat and moisture from your attic space. The air must be moved quickly enough to prevent heat and moisture buildup. The air movement is enhanced by attic fans crucial at preventing this buildup. However, a barrier between...
Basic fact: Mold cannot grow without moisture and a nutrient source. When moisture is present in your attic, mold has both the moisture and nutrients it needs to grow. The nutrients are everywhere in the form of wood, dust, and dirt. Your attic has an abundance of...
ATMOX focuses on a dew point comparison - not relative humidity. How do you explain dew point vs humidity?
Most research agrees that ideal crawl space wood moisture content should be between 10% and 16%. Wood moisture levels will vary some, but they should not remain too low or too high. It is rare to see crawl space wood moisture levels too low, but it can happen in...
ATMOX would like to introduce you to "Tom" For over a decade, Tom has been the guide for all things ATMOX. You'll see him on a brochure, an install guide or an old website page. He is the ultimate ATMOX ambassador. He represents the expertise and knowledge of the...