US DOE Midwest Regional Weatherization Conference

MOB 2 - Mobile Homes, Mechanical Ventilation, Pressures & Moisture

Wednesday, August 16, 2006 · 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Mechanical systems produce pressures that will cause moisture problems in cavities and major heat losses in mobile homes. These moisture problems are hard to separate from leaks in roofs and walls. This session will look at what causes pressures and how the moisture problems surface in the structure. We will also look at how to control and reduce the pressures that cause moisture buildup, infiltration, exfiltration, and heat loss.

By attending this session, participants will

Learn what causes pressures in mobile homes and how they contribute to moisture problems and heat loss
Discover how to differentiate between a leak and condensation
Know how to cure pressure and moisture problems

KEYWORDS: assessment, depressurization, mechanical ventilation, mobile home, moisture, pressurization, solutions, visual inspection

Calvin Steiner, State of North Dakota, Division of Community Service, Dickinson, ND

Bill Van der Meer, PA Housing Resource Center, PA College of Technology,
Williamsport, PA

Type: 90-Minute Breakout
Track: Mobiles
CEU: Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI)

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