My water source is a private well. The water is cold and causes condensation to form on the supply lines throughout my basement. I would think that in time, this condesnation will create problems within walls and celilings (part of the basement is finished).
Any suggestions?
-gabe
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There's a snap on foam cylinder available everywhere.
My thought would be to try to reduce the humidity level in the basement. Close any doors, windows, and vents you have. And open an AC/heat duct in there to help keep it dry. Run a dehumiifier if you need to.
The insulation Piffin mentions will treat the symptoms, but not the problem.
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"The insulation Piffin mentions will treat the symptoms, but not the problem."
I disagree. If the basement is a conditioned space, the situation is improved somewhat, but seldom are basements well conditioned, especially in the cooling season. Insulation of pipes that carry cold (not unheated) water such as ground water (which is typically 54-56 degrees) or chilled water (typically at 45 degrees) is a necessity. At 75 degrees and 50% relative humidity (typical design conditions, inside), the dewpoint of air is 56 degrees. In a basement, where the sensible load is low compared to the latend load, seldom is good dehumidification acheived.