ZombieManilow t1_itslqoc wrote on October 26, 2022 at 12:15 AM

I have a 2500 sq ft finished basement that’s mostly below grade but a walk-out. I needed a dedicated HVAC zone if for no other reason than to dehumidify that much space in the summertime.

TheChiefofReddit OP t1_itslwu3 wrote on October 26, 2022 at 12:17 AM

Thanks for your reply. I’m looking closer at 700 square foot, but agree humidity is a consideration.

SharpShooter2-8 t1_itsopch wrote on October 26, 2022 at 12:38 AM

Yep, humidity is definitely condensation.

ZombieManilow t1_itsp4wp wrote on October 26, 2022 at 12:41 AM

My kids learned this song in kindergarten, sung to the tune of Darling Clementine, and spent many hours teaching it to me:

Evaporation
Condensation
Precipitation
Collection…
(repeat until Dad screams)

So I am gonna have to disagree with you there lol!

ZombieManilow t1_itsnoi4 wrote on October 26, 2022 at 12:30 AM

Could your existing system support that much extra space? I don’t know if a dehumidifier alone would handle it. Maybe a small heat pump would be best without breaking the bank?

TheChiefofReddit OP t1_itsx1nr wrote on October 26, 2022 at 1:42 AM

Good point. Probably not, therefore perhaps best to not tap into it.