Indoor Humidity Can Increase During Summer Months

7/15/2019 (Permalink)

Excess moisture can damage wood in your home.

As the summer temperatures begin to rise, you will notice that you may not be sweating but feeling sticky nonetheless. The reason behind this is that the hot summer air tends to hold more humidity as opposed to cold air in the winter. Humidity is the amount of moisture or water vapor present in the air. You would expect this muggy feeling while you are outdoors but not so much once you are indoors. If the humidity inside your home is too high, it increases the chances of mold and bacteria to grow and may aggravate allergies or asthma symptoms. Too much moisture in the air can also affect any wood furniture and wood structures.

If the humidity level is found to be above 60% for a prolonged period of time, it could lead to damage in your home. The recommended optimal range of humidity is from 30%-60% and can be achieved by making some simple changes such as closing exterior doors and using the A/C. Using fans and keeping interior doors open will increase ventilation and help with air circulation. Ensuring the use of the bathroom exhaust fan will also help remove moisture from the air.

If you find that your home continues to remain humid and have concerns regarding the moisture level, mold growth or water damage, give us a call at 254-224-5999.