Humidity in the home is something that many people in the Broward and Miami-Dade counties of South Florida deal with every year. Not only does humidity plague the air outdoors, it makes its way into the home as well. Fortunately, you don’t have to suffer and live with ongoing humidity. there are some natural ways to lower humidity in your home.
#1 Home Ventilation
Ventilation is a key piece in reducing the amount of humidity in your home. By allowing more air to flow freely through rooms, the humid air will become dried out and your living space will quickly become more comfortable.
#2 Check for AC Leak
When you have a leaky pipe somewhere in your air conditioning system, that leak will cause water to drip into your home, adding to the moisture in the air. If you detect a leaky pipe, repair it as soon as possible. Also, have a professional insulate the outside of your hot or cold pipes to keep out the condensation moisture.
#3 Use Your Wood Stove or Fireplace
If you have a wood stove or fireplace, either of these can be used to help dry out the moist air in your home. This may not be the best option if it is too warm and you have the AC running. However, if it cools down in the evenings, give this humidity control approach a try.
#4 Dry Your Clothes on an Outdoor Clothesline
Even though most dryers are vented outside, they can still produce moisture in your home. Hanging wet clothes that can’t be dried in the drier inside will also add moisture to the home. Eliminate the extra moisture and save on energy costs by hanging your clothes on an outside clothesline.
#5 Take Shorter Showers
Each time you shower, steam builds up in the bathroom. This, of course, increases the humidity in your home. By taking a shorter shower, you will reduce the amount of steam that is allowed to build up. In addition, be sure to turn your bathroom fan on while you shower to help eliminate the steam.
#6 Use a Dehumidifier in Your Home
A dehumidifier will pull the moisture from your home and deposit the water into a bucket. This water can then be used to water your garden plants or for cleaning purposes. If you would prefer not to worry about emptying the water bin, you can have it set up so the dehumidifier deposits the water directly into your plumbing.
#7 Contact Local AC to Lower the Humidity Inside Your Home
If you are not able to get the humidity in your home under control, the experts at Local AC can help. Our highly trained technicians have years of experience solving indoor air quality (IAQ) issues of all scopes and sizes. We are ready to restore your home to high comfort.
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For the best HVAC service in South Florida, come to Local AC. If you live in Miami-Dade or Broward Counties and need assistance with AC repairs, replacement, maintenance of issues regarding your home’s indoor air quality, contact us today. We look forward to serving you.
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