Mold: Facts
August 30, 2016
Article written in Building Science Corporation by Joseph Lstiburek regarding dehumidification.
BSI-012: Balancing Act – Exhaust-Only Ventilation Does Not Work Joseph Lstiburek August 15, 2016 There. I said it. It just does not work. OK, it works sometimes1. But it does not work in tight building enclosures and certainly not in new houses, apartments, townhouses and row houses. Basically in nothing new that we are building. …Read More
March 4, 2016
Innovative Dehumidifier Systems will be at the 2016 ACCA Conference & IE3 Expo
Innovative Dehumidifier Systems will be at the 2016 ACCA Conference & IE3 Expo in Charlotte, NC from March 10-13, 2016. Please visit Ron Revia and Brian Smith at booth 1101 to learn more about our IW-25 dehumidifier. They will be discussing industry best practices and new technology designed to prevent and resolve microbial growth in multifamily housing. In …Read More
February 29, 2016
Why the Aspen Mini Blanc is the perfect condensate pump for the IW-25 dehumidifier
The Aspen Mini Blanc is an aesthetically pleasing mini condensate pump that will surface mount next to the IW-25 dehumidifier. The ‘ultra quick fit’ Mini Blanc is designed to be fitted beneath high wall indoor units and offers easy access for future maintenance. The Aspen Mini Blanc condensate pump operates on a float switch mechanism …Read More
July 22, 2015
What Causes Mold in Apartments
Mold spores are naturally occurring and present EVERYWHERE. Nearly every surface of an apartment and its furnishings are covered with microscopic mold spores which are unavoidably introduced through door openings, human or pet transfers and ventilation. Mold spores lie dormant until moisture activates growth. As long as moisture is available, mold will continue to grow …Read More
September 16, 2014
VHDA Proposes $1500 Per Unit Increase for Virginia Tax Credit Developers Who Make Provisions for Installing a Hard-Wired Dehumidifier
VHDA recently proposed changes to the 2015 Low Income Housing Tax Credit Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) including a $1500 upward adjustment of cost limits per unit if all apartments are equipped with electrical and plumbing hook-ups for a hard-wired dehumidification system. This is exciting news for Virginia tax credit developers. The expectation is several states …Read More
September 8, 2014
IW-25-1 In-Wall Dehumidifier Comparison Video
The IW-25-1, In-Wall Dehumidifier was engineered specifically for multi-family applications to overcome the effects of increased energy codes, tighter construction and occupant driven internal moisture generation. It is an award-winning solution with unique tenant lock-out features allowing property owners to mitigate excessive humidity and prevent mold growth in apartments. Prior to the introduction of the …Read More
August 27, 2014
Apartment Dehumidifier Put to the Test in Florida Case Study
In a head-to-head battle with the unrelenting South Florida humidity, the IW25-1 by Innovative Dehumidifier Systems leaves the ring as the undefeated champ posting yet another unanimous decision. Wireless monitoring equipment was placed inside an upscale Ft Lauderdale area apartment where excessive humidity has caused a myriad of problems over the past few years. The …Read More
August 8, 2014
IW25 In-wall dehumidifier highlighted by WWAY ABC News
Innovative Dehumidifier System’s IW25 was recently highlighted on the Wilmington, NC ABC affiliate website and news. They were interested in highlighting how our product recently won the National AIA People’s choice award for innovative new product of the year, based on how our in-wall dehumidifier is used to help property owners control humidity and mold. See the …Read More
