How to Prevent Moisture in a Metal Building

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2 жыл бұрын

In this video i'm adding additional ventilation in my metal building. Previously I made a video of me installing turbine vents. This will further assist the airflow resulting in less moisture in my building.

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@johnfitzpatrick3416 2 жыл бұрын

Liked your video of mixing & pouring your own slab, I have pondered doing it myself in the past. I’m curious if you connected the pours with rebar was concerned the individual slabs would settle unevenly over time🤔

@reallifetested2605 2 жыл бұрын

I put 100 ton of compacted crusher run underneath so it's not going anywhere. I didn't use rebar. Everything I read / heard said that an on grade slab didnt need rebar / mesh / etc.

@pattypartida9111 2 жыл бұрын

Some of the warehouses I visited, in my previous job, had the foam insulation on the walls. They were always hot but did have big huge fans and lots of vents. Do you have plans on doing a video on cleaning rusted tools?

@reallifetested2605 2 жыл бұрын

I don't have any right now. Luckily most of the rust that's on my tools is just surface rust and rubs right off. It's rained a couple of times now, and has been really humid. The inside of my building has no moisture yet! I'm thinking this fixed my issue 😁

@cae2024 14 сағат бұрын

What brand did you use? Metal and size?

@Josh-xn8rh Жыл бұрын

Where did you purchase those gable vents? Looking to install some of similar since in an enclosed pole barn

@reallifetested2605 Жыл бұрын

I got them from lowes. Here is the part number on lowes website 2557277. So far they've been perfect.

@Josh-xn8rh Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Blk05GTStang 11 ай бұрын

Do you think the turbine vents are necessary or just the gable vents would have been adequate? Did the turbine vents make any difference alone? I have a 30x50 metal building that needs help with moisture and no ventilation currently. Thanks!

@reallifetested2605 11 ай бұрын

That's something you'd have to do for yourself to find out based on how humid it is in your area. That's what I ended up having to do. What I did first was the gable vents, then realized not enough air was moving through my shop. I then checked into powered vents, then saw the turbine vents worked off of wind. (it's really windy in my area) so I went with those. So far I haven't had any moisture issues or rust. The temperatures also seem to be cooler as well.

@Blk05GTStang 11 ай бұрын

@@reallifetested2605 Ok great I thought you installed the turbine vents first and they didnt cut it. I think I will try those first and see if they are enough without gables. Thanks!

@brendamaroney2966 2 жыл бұрын

Keeping air flowing is important and making sure the condensation is to a minimum have you looked into the big ass fans for commercial building in side use? The ceiling fans that you could reverse the fan blades and blow air from the ground to the ceiling? I see them on the porch and they normally work in tandum. They might have a solution that could help increase air circulation

@reallifetested2605 2 жыл бұрын

I have heard about them, and have seen them in various manufacturing plants i've been in. They're really high quality from what i've seen and I see where they get the name. Those things are huge!!! If this doesn't fix the issue ventilation fans are the next step. I'm trying to make incremental changes, also trying to work with nature on this so I don't have to pay for power. haha Thank you for watching. I really appreciate it.

@brendamaroney2966 2 жыл бұрын

@@reallifetested2605 you know they sponsor 😀 but they may have something that may work also if you have cross ventilation a fan may whirl just saying!

@robingrant948 Жыл бұрын

All you need for still galvanized building is bubble double wrap installation that's all it will stop the condensation

@gregoryjowers3629 Жыл бұрын

Have you noticed any cooler temperatures since turbo and vents in your building

@reallifetested2605 Жыл бұрын

I just came in from out there, I was putting new line on a fishing reel. I'm not sure if it makes the temps any cooler in there, but I can sure tell you it feels cooler with the airflow. I have a thermometer hanging in there, it said it was 110 degrees but it sure didn't feel like it with that wind blowing through.

@rosanne7804 2 жыл бұрын

I hope this solves the humidity issue. If not, the fans sound like the next step. Good luck!

@reallifetested2605 2 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking this fixed the issue! It's rained a few times. Also been really humid where I am. I've went out in my shop multiple times and nothing is wet! Yayy!

@JimPriest Жыл бұрын

@@reallifetested2605 Any long term followup?

@reallifetested2605 Жыл бұрын

@@JimPriest Still no water intrusion, or humidity in my building. It's coming up on a year now so I think its safe to say this (along with the other videos I made) corrected the issue! If you check through my videos, I also made a video putting in seals, caulking, and adding turbine vents.

@pattypartida9111 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, I saw some videos from KZfaq Southern Salt. He does several experiments with vinegar on rusty tools. I'm going to try it. Mine just have light rust too. Thought you might want to check it out. Have a great day.

@reallifetested2605 2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome! I never thought of using vinegar to clean off rust. One thing I will note if you try this that I didn't see him do in the video is wash whatever you put in the vinegar off really well. Maybe even soak it in some baking soda water. I'm thinking if you don't get all the vinegar off with a thorough washing it will actually cause the metal to corrode even quicker. 🙃 Also maybe coat it with some oil. Thanks for the tip! I will try this.

@robingrant948 Жыл бұрын

You can also buy machine that takes the moisture out of air and makes water

@reallifetested2605 Жыл бұрын

I checked into that but dehumidifiers use a lot of power! I went this route because the cost wasn't to high and it works perfect.

@lindam1131 2 жыл бұрын

Would a dehumidifier make a difference in a metal building? 🤔

@reallifetested2605 2 жыл бұрын

It would for sure. The issue is, these metal buildings aren't exactly air tight. They have a lot of cracks and crevices so they naturally allow outside air in without a lot of work to seal off. If I were to put a dehumidifier in there it would always be running because it would be dehumidifying the outside air which would get costly 😄 there are a lot of factors, too many to list. But long story short, I went with putting a few more holes in to allow more outside air in to naturally regulate the temperature. I hope that made a little sense. Thank you for watching, and commenting!

@robingrant948 Жыл бұрын

Bubble double wrap insulation that's all you have to do it will stop the condensation on metal buildings

@markdecker1916 Жыл бұрын

Why not make a inside wood or metal frame, like a window. Attached 2x4 horizontally below vent same length as the two vertical posts (like the one above vent already installed), than attach side verticals. Finally drill and secure vent to frame from the outside like you have already.

@reallifetested2605 Жыл бұрын

I was going to do that with 2x4s by running some l brackets into the frame of the building and mounting the 2x to it. Once I got the hole cut and started mounting the vent I was surprised at how sturdy this was and left it as is. So far it’s been perfect.

@nathancline525 2 жыл бұрын

Any update a month later?

@reallifetested2605 2 жыл бұрын

Since I've added the vents I've had zero moisture issues. Not sure if you heard me mention my other videos. I added turbine vents. I also sealed the base with silicone, and used door thresholds for the roll up doors. That was to keep water from seeping under the bottom of the building. That also worked great!

@unknowntrucker7010 2 жыл бұрын

@@reallifetested2605 what are you using to cut the metal

@reallifetested2605 2 жыл бұрын

@@unknowntrucker7010 it's called a pistol grip air shear. Sometimes harbor freight has them on sale for around 20 dollars or so. They're awesome to have. Wayyyyy faster than using hand shears. Just be careful. That metals sharp!

@Jbmc65 6 ай бұрын

My god buddy, That thumbnail scared me more than most videos. Please have someone holding a ladder, do not take those chances. A small story to think about. My buddy was just like you, young, get it done kinda guy, I was to but I seen in safety videos not to take chances. So he was up on a ladder like you, tried working off the ladder and got a freak dizzy spell while up there, he reached for the ladder and slipped and is in a wheelchair for life. It’s really not worth it. Some will say “I have done that for 30 years and never had a problem” cemeteries are full of them guys where their luck ran out. Please, for your sake, your wife’s and kids sake, don’t take chances.

@reallifetested2605 6 ай бұрын

You’re right about that. I’ve heard enough stories and actually gotten hurt enough times that you think I would smarten up. I actually worked for a lady that recently her husband fell off of a ladder and it took him out. It’s funny you leave this comment. Just yesterday I was on top of the roof taking down Christmas lights. Thank you for looking out for me.

@robingrant948 Жыл бұрын

Just buy you some double bubble wrap insulation that's all you have to do

@reallifetested2605 Жыл бұрын

I was going to go that route but I don't plan on ever regulating temperature in the shop so this was the more economical route.

@rodneywilliamson6048 Жыл бұрын

I promise you you will regret not putting installation in there. Why didn’t you put exhaust fans in there? Just curious. I went through the same thing you’re going through and I’m just trying to help. I’m not being negative I just don’t want you too do the same thing I did. It cost me more money and time. I like your video and please don’t think I’m being negative.

@reallifetested2605 Жыл бұрын

Not at all! I appreciate feedback. I made a few other videos and ended up getting rid of my moisture problems. After I added the vents in this video, I added (2) turbine vents on top. The air movement fixed everything. Thank you for checking out my video, and for leaving a comment!