What is the best way to dry out a basement?

Answer by  brenben54 (36)

A basement can be dried out by opening the door(s) and turning on fans to circulate the air. A dehumidifier should then be used until to complete the job.

Answer by  shizaru (11)

If there are damp objects like carpets, make sure to remove it. Then, set up several fans in the basement, don't forget to open the doors and windows so the air can circulate around and eventually dry it out.

Answer by  newarkdanny (459)

Air dry is the best way to dry out any dampened area. If possible just give it time to dry out. If not there are powder products you can buy.

Answer by  tumsy (467)

The best way is to set up severals fans and open the windows and doors so the air can circulate and dryout the basement. Just let the fans run for a few hours.

Answer by  MelindaS (1694)

Drying out a basement can be a time-consuming task, depending on how wet it is. One good way to begin is to put in a strong dehumidifier, and to let it run constantly in the basement.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

The best thing to dry out a basement is with warm dry air. Usea small heat and use a fan to circulate air in the basement.

Answer by  HawaiianGirl (6906)

The best way to dry out a basement would be to hie a professional service who is trained and has the right equipment to get the job done.

Answer by  meena (400)

You can keep the doors or windoes open in the area where the basement is wet. By allowing the air circulation the basement can be dried out. When the temperature is very hot it is very easy for drying but when there is dampness we can use the fan for drying.