Moisture Hunters: Slaying the Condensation Demons in HVAC

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1. Why is it NOT a good idea to increase the blower speed to try to increase the duct surface temperature?

2. True or False: Mastic (or duct sealant) acts as an insulator and can help solve sweating problems.

3. Which of the following was NOT one of the main causes of duct sweating covered in the session?

4. What is the worst source of moisture problems in buildings?

5. True or False: Outdoor air infiltration is just a minor source of moisture in a structure and won't significantly affect the attic environment.

6. True or False: Crawl spaces should always be encapsulated for better moisture control.

7. Which of the following items is a good strategy for optimizing the HVAC's moisture removal?

8. Water vapor molecules are ___________ air molecules.

9. Moisture movement is driven by ______________, and moisture storage is regulated by ______________.

10. True or False: OSB is a better vapor retarder than plywood but doesn't dry as easily.

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