What Kind of Fan Is Used to Dry Water Damage?

Common types of fans used for drying water damage

1. Axial Fans: These fans are commonly used for general air circulation and ventilation. They move large volumes of air and are effective for drying larger areas.

2. Centrifugal Fans: Also known as blower fans, these are effective for directing airflow into specific areas. They can be used for drying carpets, walls, and other surfaces.

3. High-Velocity Fans: These fans produce a focused, high-speed airflow that is useful for drying out concentrated areas of water damage, such as wet carpets or flooring.

4. Air Movers: These are specifically designed for drying water-damaged areas. They produce a high-velocity airflow close to the ground, which helps to evaporate moisture quickly.

5. Dehumidifier Fans: Dehumidifiers often have built-in fans that circulate air through the unit, removing moisture from the air and speeding up the drying process.

6. Floor Drying Fans: These are low-profile fans designed to be placed directly on wet floors to expedite drying.

7. Wall Drying Fans: These fans are designed to be attached to walls to direct airflow into cavities where water may have seeped.

Types of air movers for sale

Preair provides several types of air movers and dehumidifiers for sale. If your home has gone through flood damage or water leakage, the powerful dehumidifiers and centrifugal air movers are helpful for restoration. After you used a vacuum, objects still contain a lot of moisture which can cause mold and mildew possibly. Dehumidifiers and air movers work together to absorb extra moisture out of walls, ceilings, floors, carpets, all sorts of furniture, etc. Preair provides high velocity and CFM air movers/scrubbers, U1000, AM30LO, AF500.

It's important to assess the extent of the water damage and choose the appropriate type and number of fans to ensure effective drying and prevent further damage such as mold growth. Additionally, proper ventilation and dehumidification should also be considered to expedite the drying process.