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Drying Concrete Slab



 

Name: Mitch  City:

Question: after fixing an underslab leak (probably leaking for some time) and 3 weeks of dehumidifiers and fans (carpets removed) calcium chloride tests still show excessive water vapor. Any ideas on how to dry it. There is no sign of mold or mildew.

 

Name: Deck1ng | Date: June 6, 2004, 6:35
Answer: It could take weeks yet, don't be in such a rush.

 

Name: norman hess | Date: December 16, 2004, 6:24
Answer: you need a dessecant dehumidifier , air movers , and a profesional structural drying contractor.

 

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