How to deal with humidity

7/3/2024 (Permalink)

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The humidity levels in your basement can impact your home and everyone living inside. It can also affect your valuables, electronics and appliances. 

Ideal basement moisture levels are between 30 - 50%. Anything below 30% is too low and can lead to structural changes in your home, causing gaps between windows and doors. Aside from health effects, insufficient moisture levels can also cause wood floors to creak and damage your belongings.

Moisture levels above 50% can lead to mildew, mold and bacteria growth. That environment can cause serious health effects. Excessive moisture can also damage walls and carpets, causing your home and belongings to rot.

One of the best ways to address basement humidity levels is to manage the moisture at its source. While consulting with a professional is always helpful, you can start by sealing off drafts, maintaining sub pumps and vents, repair leaks, and clean gutters. 

Some humidity issues are more severe than others. However, there are several accessible tools you can use to maintain appropriate moisture levels in your basement and home. Consider the following tips. Run dehumidifier, exhaust fans, use chemical absorbents, check area with water leak detection device. Humidity monitors can help you keep track of your basement's humidity levels though you can usually tell by ‘feel’ and/or smell. 

If you have any done all of these things and are still concerned that you have an issue somewhere, please call us to help you to keep your home safe and secure from those things like mold which can impact all areas of your home if dampness and humidity remains undetected. We are a phone call away at 812-372-7760!!