Australian Subfloor Ventilation System
Australian Subfloor Ventilation System
Consistent and severe weather storms and other climatic conditions make sub floor ventilation critical to the durability of flooring. Australian Subfloor Ventilation System is guided by the provisions of the Australian Standard (AS) 3666 and the Building Code of Australia (BCA). Asa result, through the installation of fans, insulated ducting and moisture resistant ducts, sub floor ventilation blocks the movement of excessive wet moisture into the house.
The Importance of Good Sub Floor Ventilation
There are many benefits of having a good sub floor ventilation system. Therefore let us show you the benefits of good sub floor ventilation :
1. It Promotes Family Health
The dampness of the floor can lead to asthmatic and allergic attacks. As such, the growth of mould can be highly dangerous to family health.
2. To Ward of Termite Attack
To avoid rotting of floorboards and prevent the destruction of sub floor walls and boards by destructive pests like termites and even white ants, it is imperative that homeowners have a proper sub floor ventilation system. As per the Australian Standard (AS) 3660 on termite & white ant management moisture from subfloors attracts these destructive pests.
3. It Maintains the House Structure
The growth of mold in the sub floor leads to discoloration of brick walls. Furthermore, this is a known cause of the weakening of a home’s structure. Proper subfloor ventilation should be put in place to avoid such consequence.
4. It Prevents Bad Odor
The quality of indoor air can be altered by the smells of moisture of the subfloor. Due to these odours permeating into all lived in rooms, family members can suffer respiratory problems. In addition, these odours can make the home an unpleasant place of reside.
Indeed, a good ventilation system ensures the quality of good air into the home! If you have any concerns about mould or odours in your property, all things considered you should seek an evaluation of your subfloor ventilation as a priority.
If you would like to learn more about the requirements for proper subfloor ventilation, read our helpful blog post here.
Watch our Youtube video on how subfloor ventialtion works.
