3 Reasons Why You Need A Dehumidifier

Indoor air quality can be a tricky thing to tackle, especially when it comes to the spring and summer months. With the weather always up and down, it can often be hard to balance your home’s humidity, and when it gets out of control, you and your home can suffer. So how do you get the perfect humidity level? By investing in a good dehumidifier, and here’s how to know when it’s time to purchase one:

1. Mold Spots, Water Damage, And Stains

If you start noticing dark spots in your bathroom or water damage in random places in your home, and you know it’s not a plumbing issue- it could be humidity! When your home’s humidity issue is out of control, moisture can really start causing damage to the house. The first sign will be black mold spots, and these can often begin in the bathroom. A hot steamy shower that is not ventilated, can really do damage. If you are always running your exhaust fan, but still have trouble combating these stains, it might be time to look into a dehumidifier.

2. Condensation

Are you noticing more and more lately the window sills outside your home are covered with tiny beads of water and sweat? A humidity balanced home will not be fog and condensation free, so if your windows aren’t so crystal clear, a humidity issue is to blame. Trust us; it’s not something you want to ignore. Excess moisture in the home can lead to mold growth and in the end, really cause a significant clean up that could all be avoided with a simple dehumidifier. 

3. Constant Allergies And Smells

Where moisture lives, the mold is quick to follow. Since this is the case, your indoor air quality can suffer. If you notice that you are seeing higher allergies symptom or have suddenly noticed a musty odor in your home, you’ll want to not only check for mold throughout the house, but you’ll need to get your humidity in check. A dehumidifier can help keep your moisture issue at bay while easing your allergies symptoms all spring and summer long.

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