Sub Floor Ventilation Subfloor

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Sub floor ventilation subfloor.

Subfloor ventilation is cross ventilation of the subfloor space between the underside of the subfloor and the ground surface under a building. The simplest method used to achieve this is to install a number of vents in the wall around the building and rely on natural ventilation air movement to take care of the underfloor ventilation. We do not use sub contractors to carry out our work. Sub floor ventilation many traditional properties are built with a suspended wooden floor which sits above a void air space between the perimeter walls and ground.

If this space is not ventilated the air in it becomes stagnant and humid and the moisture within it begins to condense on the brickwork and flooring. Circulation of the subfloor air prevents the occurrence of moisture and mildew underneath the house maintaining a happy healthy household. Getting rid of this damp is important and a subfloor ventilation system is the best way to do this. Ensure ventilation has a free and unobstructed path to all areas by making provision for ventilation air to pass through sleeper walls and other sub floor obstructions.

The dry air can then absorb the moisture in the floor and foundations before it is also pumped out and more fresh air is drawn in. The sub floor area is often enclosed and poorly ventilated providing an environment that is conducive to fungi growth mould termite activity and wood decay. Sub floor ventilation is critical for the longevity of building materials for the health of the building s interior and the health of those occupying buildings. Subfloor underfloor ventilation kits provide an effective solution for ineffective movement of air under the house.

Sucking in dry air from outside the house forces the damp air under the house out and into the atmosphere. The purpose of sub floor ventilation is to replace the moist air with fresh dryer air. The principles of sub floor ventilation are quite simple a well ventilated area that allows for fresh air to enter from different areas will generally result in a healthier sub floor area. 2020 05 28 46 500 46 98 60 contact us.

Position ventilation clear of where hard landscaping and vegetation is likely to finish. Ground moisture rising into or entering the subfloor space can create a damp environment which encourages timber rot fungus growth and the potential for termite activity.