Patent ID: 8567688
Filing Date: 2013-10-29
Classification: E04B,F24F,F26B

Abstract:
1. A process for treating a space within a construction of a new home to prevent structural damage and/or the growth of mold or mildew, comprising the steps of: measuring moisture content using a moisture meter at a plurality of locations within the space, wherein said plurality of locations include low and high locations of a plurality of exposed wall studs; determining whether the measured moisture content meets a threshold indication recommending that drying be performed; positioning and operating only within the space at least one drying device for the purpose of reducing the moisture level within the space and thereby reducing the moisture level in structural components of the space, wherein the at least one drying device is selected from the group consisting of a dehumidifier, a space heater, and an air moving device; and further comprising the step of substantially sealing off the space being treated with a vapor barrier relative to other space within said new home.