Dehumidification System

Improve Indoor Air Quality with Humidex® – Smart Basement Waterproofing That Works

Did you know that up to 50% of the air in your home comes from the basement? If that space is damp, musty, or contaminated with mold spores, allergens, or radon, it can directly affect your entire family’s health and comfort.

At Effective Basement Solutions, we proudly install Humidex®, the smart, energy-efficient basement ventilation system that goes far beyond a typical dehumidifier.

Why Humidex® Is Better Than a Dehumidifier:

Eliminates Excess Humidity

Removes moisture at the source before it causes damage.

Neutralizes Musty Odors

Keeps your basement and living areas smelling fresh.

Energy Efficient

Operates at a fraction of the cost of conventional dehumidifiers.

Continuously Refreshes Air

Promotes whole-home air circulation with no buckets to empty.

Unlike standard dehumidifiers, Humidex® systems actively ventilate your basement, pulling stale, damp air out and replacing it with drier, fresher air from upstairs—helping your home stay dry, healthy, and safe.

Healthy Basement, Healthy Home

How Moisture, Air Leaks, and Poor Ventilation Affect You

A damp or humid basement isn’t just a nuisance — it can be a hidden health hazard. At Effective Basement Solution, we help homeowners eliminate moisture, toxic air, and poor airflow from their homes, starting with the basement.

What’s Lurking in Your Basement Air?

Your basement could be pulling in unhealthy air from multiple hidden sources. Here’s how:

Heavy, Moist Air

Warm weather causes foundation walls to “sweat,” releasing moisture and raising humidity levels in your basement — creating the perfect environment for mold, mildew, and bacteria.

Radon Gas

Basements are ground-level zones for radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas that’s odorless, colorless, and dangerous. Without proper ventilation, radon can build up inside.

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer deaths in the U.S., according to the CDC.

Open Seepage Drains

Open basement drains — especially those connected to old township seepage systems — can draw in unfiltered, contaminated air directly from underground sewer lines. This can carry:

Bacteria
Foul odors
Potentially harmful gases from decaying organic material

This is air you’re breathing. And it doesn’t stay in the basement — it rises into your home.

Mold & Mildew Growth

Humidity levels over 60% create ideal conditions for mold to spread on drywall, wood, and fabric. Mold spores trigger allergies, asthma, and respiratory problems.

The World Health Organization links indoor dampness and mold to respiratory issues like asthma and allergies.

Low Oxygen & Stagnant Air

Poor ventilation in the basement traps static, low-oxygen air, leading to fatigue, dizziness, and an overall unhealthy living environment.

Mood & Mental Effects

Studies show poor air quality can affect your sleep, concentration, and mental well-being.

Breathe Easier with Our Proven Solutions

Our basement air systems are designed to fix the source, not just mask the symptoms.

We install systems like the Humidex Reversible Ventilation System, which:

Extracts dense, unhealthy air from your basement
Pumps in fresh, oxygen-rich air
Reduces humidity and condensation
Prevents mold, mildew, and radon buildup
Seals off or reroutes dangerous open drains

We Also Address:

Open Seepage Drains: We safely seal or reroute air-leaking basement drains to stop toxic underground air from entering your home.
Hydrostatic Pressure & Water Seepage: We install sump systems and drainage to prevent groundwater buildup.