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4 Facts to Know About Your Home’s Humidity
Have you ever wondered why your home can feel hot and stuffy one day, and comfortable the next, even without a change in the temperature setting on your thermostat? If you notice this, humidity is to blame.
These four facts will help you get a handle on your home’s humidity levels.
1. Humidity Impacts Your Home’s Comfort
Humidity in the air makes the air feel warmer than it is. In the warm months, humid air makes the home feel sticky and uncomfortable. In the winter months, a lack of humidity makes it feel colder than it really is and can cause problems with static electricity. Maintaining proper humidity levels will help your home feel comfortable.
2. Too Much Humidity Is Dangerous
When the air inside your home holds too much moisture, it creates the proper breeding ground for mold, which can make your family sick. In addition, doors can swell and stick and wood paneling can absorb that moisture and warp. These problems are annoying and potentially costly to repair.
3. You Need to Know Proper Humidity Levels
You can purchase a small humidity monitor to let you know what your home’s humidity levels are. Aim for 35 percent humidity in the winter and 50 percent or less in the summer.
4. Maintaining Proper Humidity Levels Takes Work
If you find that your home is not maintaining the right humidity levels consistently, you will need to take action.
In the winter when humidity levels are lower than you want, a whole-house humidifier will help keep them at a comfortable level.
In the summer, a quality air conditioning unit should pull the humidity out of the air. If you’re noticing high humidity levels, have your air conditioner inspected. It may be time for a replacement or repair.
