Travis Brungardt is joined by special guest Nikki Krueger from Santa Fe Dehumidifiers & AprilAire to discuss whether conditioned crawl spaces should share air with the living space in high-performance homes. Filmed at a custom home under construction, the conversation explores indoor air quality, moisture management, crawl space design, and the importance of treating below-grade spaces differently from occupied areas. Nikki explains why crawl spaces, despite being inside the building envelope, should remain isolated due to dust, off-gassing, and limited filtration. Travis also examines construction moisture, dehumidification strategies, and how thoughtful HVAC design supports healthier, more durable homes with better indoor environmental quality.

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