Independent Test Results on the Humidex Solution
Geotek Test Validates Performance
From testing for toxic mold to cleaning up oil spills, GeoTek Engineering& Testing Services is well known for offering an array of environmental engineering services. GeoTek Engineering is heavily involved in many federal, state and city government engineering projects. A test of the Moisture Control and Ventilation System was conducted by GeoTek in a home in Crooks, South Dakota with visible molds, musty odors and a damp environment in the basement. The following observations were made after the system was operating for three months in the summer of 2002 in a period of high outdoor humidity levels and high outdoor mold spores.
The homeowner noted: “The musty odors disappeared within the first two weeks of system use.”
The testing company observed that, “the environment had improved to where there were no obvious musty odors or visible molds in the basement.” Airborne mold levels were sampled and tested prior to the installation of the system. These were then compared to samples taken three months after installation and operation. The result was "The basement and crawlspace showed a decline in mold levels."
The homeowner noted: “The musty odors disappeared within the first two weeks of system use.”
The testing company observed that, “the environment had improved to where there were no obvious musty odors or visible molds in the basement.” Airborne mold levels were sampled and tested prior to the installation of the system. These were then compared to samples taken three months after installation and operation. The result was "The basement and crawlspace showed a decline in mold levels."
Healthy Indoor Technologies Test Confirms Value
Healthy Indoor Technologies, a respected mold inspection and remediation company, independently researched the effectiveness of the Humidex System and found these amazing before and after results:
The initial humidity levels in the crawl space beginning in September were extremely high (87% relative humidity at 74 degrees Fahrenheit). The levels in the upstairs living area were also high with an average of 70% humidity. Several weeks after the crawl space system installation, the relative humidity levels were substantially decreased and brought into a normal range (55% to 61% from the crawl area to upstairs). The final readings of 57% in the crawl area and 40% in the main floor environment taken on November 29th are, in themselves, a testimony to the system.
In conclusion, Healthy Indoor Technologies affirms that “The Humidex has reduced the humidity level in the crawl space to acceptable levels. This system is a valuable tool in maintaining the humidity level in the home. The system can also be attributed to lowering the mold levels in the upstairs environment by maintaining a slight negative pressure in the crawl space with reference to the upstairs pressure.”
The initial humidity levels in the crawl space beginning in September were extremely high (87% relative humidity at 74 degrees Fahrenheit). The levels in the upstairs living area were also high with an average of 70% humidity. Several weeks after the crawl space system installation, the relative humidity levels were substantially decreased and brought into a normal range (55% to 61% from the crawl area to upstairs). The final readings of 57% in the crawl area and 40% in the main floor environment taken on November 29th are, in themselves, a testimony to the system.
In conclusion, Healthy Indoor Technologies affirms that “The Humidex has reduced the humidity level in the crawl space to acceptable levels. This system is a valuable tool in maintaining the humidity level in the home. The system can also be attributed to lowering the mold levels in the upstairs environment by maintaining a slight negative pressure in the crawl space with reference to the upstairs pressure.”
Inspection Management Attributes Health and Cost Benefits
Inspection Management is an engineering, environmental and inspection firm with offices located in Princeton (NJ), Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland. They were contracted by a real estate agent in Huntington Valley, PA to investigate and remediate moisture-related problems that were affecting an upscale property. Initial plans to redesign and reconfigure the home’s existing HVAC system with a complicated air exchange program was scrubbed when Inspection Management discovered the patented Humidex System available through Coastal Dry Home.
Here are some highlighted excerpts taken directly from the Case Study Report conducted by inspection Management. Prior to the installation of the units, relative humidity within all three crawl areas was within the 60-80% range. After only 24 hours of operation and before any of the re-grading has been completed, relative humidity levels in all three crawl space areas has plummeted an average of 40%. The listing realtor was extremely pleased and the homeowner was ecstatic, not only at the results but for the nearly $2000 of savings had we employed a conventional air exchange system. During that investigation, a radon test was set up to determine what effect such a system would have on radon within a crawl space or basement. Before system installation, the average levels discovered within the crawl space was in excess of 12 picocuries/liter (three times the EPA's published acceptable level for indoor air). When the average readings of less than one picocurie were presented at the end of our investigation, the owner acknowledged the prior radon test compared to a 90% reduction based on the continuous monitor readings during our experiment.”
Here are some highlighted excerpts taken directly from the Case Study Report conducted by inspection Management. Prior to the installation of the units, relative humidity within all three crawl areas was within the 60-80% range. After only 24 hours of operation and before any of the re-grading has been completed, relative humidity levels in all three crawl space areas has plummeted an average of 40%. The listing realtor was extremely pleased and the homeowner was ecstatic, not only at the results but for the nearly $2000 of savings had we employed a conventional air exchange system. During that investigation, a radon test was set up to determine what effect such a system would have on radon within a crawl space or basement. Before system installation, the average levels discovered within the crawl space was in excess of 12 picocuries/liter (three times the EPA's published acceptable level for indoor air). When the average readings of less than one picocurie were presented at the end of our investigation, the owner acknowledged the prior radon test compared to a 90% reduction based on the continuous monitor readings during our experiment.”
