This holiday season, families will gather together to celebrate. You may host loved ones, organize an at-home holiday party, or work from home during the festive season. With all this time spent indoors, you’ll want to ensure your indoor air quality is at its best.
It can be challenging to know if your allergies are worsened by the colder season, or if you have a home humidity problem on your hands. Similarly, many folks think their homes are naturally more humid because of Florida weather. However, home humidity should always be at a comfortable level.
In this blog, the experts at
Mid-Florida Heating & Air
discuss the most common signs you have a humidity problem indoors, and how to fix it—just in time for the holidays.
Most Florida residents don’t encounter low humidity outdoors. Because of the naturally damp climate, it can be difficult to distinguish the signs of low humidity inside your home. For a comfortable and healthy environment, the average home should have anywhere from 30-50% humidity.
If you think you may have low humidity inside your home, some signs you should look out for include:
Residents can experience low humidity at any time of year, but it often becomes a problem during the colder months. Since colder air carries less moisture, your furnace turns cold air from outdoors into dry, warm air.
If you’ve noticed any of the signs of low humidity, it may be beneficial to invest in a whole home humidifier. A whole humidifier can be attached to your furnace to add moisture back into your home. If your humidity problem isn’t widespread, you can place a humidifier in a central room, like the living room or near your heater for improved comfort.
Some other ways to increase the humidity in your home include hanging your laundry to dry and adding some houseplants. These methods can increase humidity quickly and provide relief for you and your family.
Florida is famous for beautiful beaches, ample sunshine, and humidity. But, you shouldn’t experience high humidity levels inside your home. Humidity above 50% is too high for your home and should be addressed.
Some signs your home has high humidity include:
If you’re experiencing high humidity, there are solutions available that can make a difference in the quality of your air. The most effective way to reduce humidity levels are dehumidifiers. There are individual dehumidifiers, but for Florida residents, we often recommend whole-house dehumidifiers. This device operates with a fan, taking in air and removing any excess moisture. Depending on the model and size of your home, you may empty water from the dehumidifier’s bucket anywhere from twice a day to every few days.
Other ways to reduce your humidity include removing any indoor plants, adding some fans to keep air circulating, and opening windows. While it may seem counterintuitive if the weather outside is humid, air can feel much less humid when it’s not stagnant.
Enjoy your time indoors with friends and family this holiday season! If you’re unsure about your indoor air quality, or want to know more about the appropriate humidity levels for your home, the experts at Mid-Florida Heating & Air can provide you with knowledgeable advice and various solutions to keep you and your family comfortable all season long.
From HVAC installations to air duct cleaning to water heaters, the team at Mid-Florida Heating & Air can tackle it all! We pride ourselves on quality work, fair prices, and 24/7 service for every job. If you think you may have a humidity problem, or want to learn more about our services, call us at 352-744-7898 or contact us online today!
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