An Explanation of Stack Effect
Stack effect is the movement of warm, dry air rising and escaping through the upper levels of the home and cooler, wet air finding its way into the lower levels in order for the home to equalize.
Excess moisture in crawlspaces and basements migrates to the upper levels of the home through a “stack effect”. In essence, whatever air is below the house is also inside the house.
STACK EFFECT CONTRIBUTES TO:
- High humidity
- Pest infestation
- Poor indoor air quality
- Mold growth
- Musty odors
- Damage to property