Dehumidification is one of the most effective ways to manage moisture in crawl spaces, basements, and attics. Excess humidity promotes mold growth, encourages wood rot, and compromises air quality throughout the home. Dehumidification works by removing moisture from the air, lowering relative humidity to safe levels. In crawl spaces, it’s especially important when ventilation alone cannot achieve desired dryness. ATMOX systems support smart dehumidification by pairing high-performance dehumidifiers with sensors and controls that operate the dehumidifier only when needed. This approach prevents overuse, saves energy, and keeps humidity in check year-round. Whether your space is encapsulated or vented, adding dehumidification improves the reliability of your moisture control strategy. It also protects your home’s structure, insulation, and indoor environment. Efficient dehumidification is key for any home dealing with persistent dampness or musty smells.
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Crawl space moisture can be effectively managed when the right conditions are controlled. Moisture problems typically come from three sources: ground moisture, moisture in the air, and water management issues around the home. Because a crawl space responds to...
ATMOX delivers a system of products that combines controls, sensors, circulation fans, intake/exhaust fans and dehumidifiers to provide a long-term approach to mitigating moisture while optimizing air quality in a home's crawl space. For installers of ATMOX, a...
Crawl space encapsulation may be one of the most debated and confusing topics within residential building construction. Everywhere you look, you can find another opinion, another study, or another warning. Therefore, a large part of this confusion is that crawl...
Understanding the relationship between changes in season, geography, and dew point is crucial for maintaining a healthy crawl space environment. Managing moisture levels in your crawl space is important for maintaining the structural integrity and indoor air...
Crawl spaces have evolved into two main categories: Vented and Unvented (also referred to as Closed). The International Residential Code (IRC) has specific regulations for moisture control for both vented and unvented crawl spaces. For the purposes of this blog, we...
What should my crawl space humidity be? Sounds like an easy question, but humidity is actually a little tricky and sometimes misleading. Why is that? Most people in the crawl space industry often forget that humidity is rH and that “r” is important to remember. It...