Basement Waterproofing - The Little Dehumidifier That Couldn't

Mold needs moisture to thrive. One way to prevent mold and reduce odors in your home is to dehumidify the basement air. To accomplish this, the relative humidity needs to be kept below 55%. This little dehumidifier was no match for the amount of moisture plaguing this basement. Displaying a consistent 65% relative humidity, this little guy helped run up the power bill and failed to do the very thing it was designed to do.