The winter can be harsh, cold, and dry. Having the proper home humidity in your house is integral this time of year, but what should your humidity levels be set at in your home? We know that you will likely want to alleviate the cold, dry air in your home, but also avoid adding too much humidity that results in moisture issues in your home. Luckily, we have a helpful guide to keep your home comfortable and issue free.
Finding the Right Home Humidity Level
It might be tempting to raise the home humidity levels in your house this winter, but too much humidity can lead to a build up of condensation on your windows, or worse, cause attic rain, roof staining, and mold. So, what is the right level? Some people may think that you should keep your home between 30%-40% during the winter months, and this may be the case, but this range is not always accurate. In order to choose the right humidity level, you need to account for the temperature inside as well as outside the home. When the temperatures start dipping below -20 Celsius, your humidity should be no higher than 20%. Once those cold Edmonton temperatures dip even further to -30 Celsius, you will want to readjust your humidity levels to be no higher than 15%. Making sure that your home is set at the proper humidity will ensure that you do not run into moisture issues that can cause serious damage or mold to your home.
Whole Home Comfort
Using a humidifier or built-in furnace humidifier are not the only ways to increase and adjust the humidity in your home. Having proper insulation and ventilation are the best ways to safely increase your home humidity levels. If you are looking to add whole home comfort to your house this winter, get in touch with us to ask about your home humidity levels, as well as the best insulation and ventilation for your home.
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