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Possible moisture problems

havnfun

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Considering purchasing a garage for use as a woodshop, metal shop, car storage, gym, and office. Location Southwest Tennessee. Looking at two very different buildings both have heat and a/c. Building 1 approx 2000sf concrete block some insulation. Building 2 approx 4000 sf steel building looks light on insulation and only used on weekends by previous owners. I am gone for long periods of time during the summer and fall. My concern is how to control humidity in both buildings without breaking the bank. My initial thought was to set air at 80 -82 degrees but not sure if this will reduce humidity to prevent rust and mold issues. Would be nice to have the additional sf and minimal difference in price. Three heat ac units in building 2 with 1 in building 1. Possible to not run one unit in building 2 (1600sf) and move cars into wood shop. Your thoughts are appreciated.
 
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dcg9381

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I'm in Texas, prior shop was 1000 sqft, pole barn, no insulation. It got HOT, but no real moisture or mold problems. Buildings in the area with moisture problems were slabs done without a moisture barrier.

New shop is 2400 sqft, it is HVAC. Daikins have a "dehumidify" setting. I think any HVAC setting that pulls moisture out of the air is going to work for you. Could add a specific dehumidifier if you had additional concerns.
 
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havnfun

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Thanks dcg. I may be over thinking this. I believe the owners of the larger building only heated and cooled the building on weekends and holidays. I could not find any mold or moisture problems. Will have to check out your dehumidify setting.
 
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