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Where's All That Moisture Coming From? How To Cure Winter HVAC Humidity
If humidity has become an issue inside your home, you need to get things under control as soon as possible. Humidity inside your home can lead to wood rot, damage to your door and window frames, and even mold growth. Luckily, dealing with high humidity levels in your home usually isn't difficult to fix. In fact, it can usually be taken care of with a few simple adjustments around the house. Here are four steps you can take to get winter humidity under control:
Install Dehumidifiers Throughout the House
If you're tired of seeing moisture buildup on your windows and feeling a thin layer of moisture on the surfaces in your home, you need to install dehumidifiers. Adding at least two dehumidifiers to your home, one in the front half and one in the back half will help get the humidity levels under control and reduce the damage caused by excess moisture.
Give Yourself Some Added Ventilation
If you've got more humidity inside your home than you do outside, you may need to give yourself some added ventilation, especially when you're running your heater or air conditioner. First, install a fan in your attic to keep the air moving. Next, turn your exhaust fans on in the bathrooms and kitchens. Finally, open a couple of your windows, just a slight crack. The added ventilation will help the air circulate, which will reduce the humidity in your home.
Have Your Ducts Cleaned and Repaired
If you're dealing with high humidity levels when you have the heater or the air conditioner on, the problem might be hiding in your ducts. Schedule an appointment to have your ducts cleaned and repaired. Dirt and dust building up in your ducts could be causing problems with the airflow through your home, which could be causing the excess moisture you're experiencing. Be sure to have them inspect for duct damage as well. Small cracks, tears, and disconnected spaces could also be causing the moisture problem in your home.
Schedule a Service Call for Your HVAC System
If you've tried everything to no avail, you may need to have your entire HVAC system inspected. There may be an unresolved issue that is leading to the increased humidity inside your home. With a thorough inspection of your entire HVAC system, your technician will be able to isolate the problem and make the necessary repairs so that you can get rid of the excess moisture in your home.
Contact a company like H.R. Stewart Inc. for more information and assistance.