- We just finished a reno with a rainwater setup for flushing, and honestly, I wish we’d paid more attention to airflow.
- Ended up with a weird musty smell in the laundry room because we got so focused on water stuff.
- If you’re already opening walls for pipes, adding a vent or two isn’t that much more hassle.
- Not sure it’s overcomplicating—feels more like future-proofing, especially if you’re in a damp spot.
I get why you’d want to add vents while the walls are open, but I’m not totally convinced it’s always worth the extra hassle (and cost). We’re in a small place, and I was worried more holes would just make things drafty or mess with the insulation. Ended up just using a dehumidifier and opening a window when needed—so far, no musty smells. Maybe it depends on how damp your area is? Sometimes simple fixes work too, at least to start.
