The Environment of a Garage

There are actually quite a few issues with the internal environment of a garage, especially if it is highly enclosed, poorly ventilated, or located near underground spaces.

The common environmental problems inside garages are moisture and condensation. The main manifestations of the problem are water droplets, mold spots, and rusting of metal parts on walls, floors, or vehicle bodies. The reason for this problem is poor ventilation and accumulation of moisture; External ground or wall waterproof layer aging; Groundwater or rainwater infiltration; When there is a large temperature difference (especially in winter), hot air condenses when it encounters cold.

The dampness in the garage can lead to moldy smell and air pollution. The main symptoms are obvious moldy, gasoline, rubber, or engine oil odors in the garage. The main reason is that the high humidity creates a good breeding ground for mold; Accumulation of gasoline vapor or exhaust after long-term parking of cars; The air is not circulating.

The high or low temperature inside the garage can also cause a series of problems. Summer is hot and humid, winter is cold, which affects cars and storage. The root cause is the lack of insulation layer; Metal doors and concrete walls conduct heat quickly; No air conditioning or ventilation equipment.

Dust and exhaust accumulate in the garage. The main manifestation is that there is a lot of dust on the ground and vehicle surfaces, and the air is turbid. After research, it can be attributed to poor ventilation; Dust brought in by vehicles entering and exiting; The ground is not sealed.

The garage also faces lighting and noise issues. If the lighting is insufficient, it can lead to poor visibility and insecurity. The loud noise may be due to excessive noise from ventilation equipment or door motors.

Overall, improper temperature and humidity in a garage can lead to many problems and even endanger human health. We suggest conducting a comprehensive investigation of the safety hazards and design defects in the garage, and then proposing solutions one by one.

 

Recommended Garage Dehumidifier with Drain Hose

If your garage has poor ventilation and high humidity, choosing a garage dehumidifier with drain hose (or sustainable drainage) function is a very practical solution. When selecting a dehumidifier, it is recommended to focus on the following aspects to ensure smooth use in damp, spacious, and poorly ventilated environments such as garages:

Drainage Method

Priority should be given to dehumidifiers with "drainage pipe interface" or "built-in water pump or gravity drainage" function. This can avoid frequent manual pouring of water. For example, some models support connecting water pipes directly to floor drains or drainage pipelines.  

Applicable Area & Capacity

Garage areas are usually large and have strong sources of moisture (such as condensation, water seepage from exterior walls, vehicle moisture, etc.). It is recommended to choose models with a capacity of 50 liters per day or higher (or larger) to ensure sufficient dehumidification capacity. It is recommended to use high-capacity models for large spaces with high humidity.

Adapt to Garage Environment

Garage may have low temperature, severe condensation, high dust, and gasoline exhaust or moisture brought in by parked vehicles, so it is best for the model to have the following additional features:

Automatic defrosting/low-temperature operation (if the temperature in the garage is low in winter);

Filter or dust-proof structure (reduces the impact of dust on the machine);

Can set humidity target (hygrometer) and automatically control humidity.

Easy Installation of Drainage Pipes

Check if the machine is equipped with hoses or if the location of the drainage interface is convenient, and if the drainage pipe can "go down" or "pump up" if there is no low point drainage below the ground.

If the drainage pipe must drain "upwards", it needs to be equipped with a built-in water pump function.

If it is possible to drain to the floor drain by gravity, only a regular drainage pipe is needed.

Power/ Energy Efficiency/ Budget

Models with large space and dehumidification capacity will have higher power, and operating costs need to be considered. It is recommended to choose models with automatic humidity control and energy-saving certification.

Noise & Maintenance

Although garage use may have a high tolerance for noise, if the garage is close to residential or work areas, it is recommended to choose a commercial dehumidifier with lower noise, wheels for easy movement, and easy to clean filters.

 

Preair Dehumidifier Company

Based on the above selection suggestions, our company recommends using the HT series dehumidifier, which is a commercial grade machine designed with a trolley for easy mobility; Equipped with a water tank and drainage pipe, supporting manual and automatic drainage. The dehumidification capacity can be selected from 50 liters to 150 liters. Some common functions have also been upgraded, such as automatic defrosting, power off restart, setting boot time and runtime, target humidity, etc. Our company is a professional manufacturer of dehumidifiers, established for over 20 years, serving customers worldwide. We cordially invite distributors and private label merchants to visit factories, production lines, warehouses, etc. Looking forward to establishing a long-term partnership with you.