Moisture is very dangerous both for your home and for your health. See how to get rid of it.
Moisture causes mold, and mold weakens walls resistance and favors stains and cockroaches appearance. In addition, if you live in a humid environment, you can have serious health problems, from asthma to allergies.
How moisture occurs
Moisture occurs mostly in winter, due to temperatures differences. A broken pipe or a broken roof also lead to increased moisture. If you deal with this problem, it’s important to find the source, because a humid environment is ideal for mold growth.
Methods to reduce and remove humidity
A dehumidifier has the role to extract excess moisture in the home. You can choose between the professional and domestic ones, and the price varies from $14 to $130.
Tile or parquet flooring is the best option if you want a clean air in your home. Get rid of rugs because they attract moisture, dust and dust mites.
You can find in the market paints and anti-moisture solutions. Before you apply them, wash the walls with chlorine and ventilate the area properly. If you notice that you already have mold, spray with special solutions and allow them to act, because if you rub the wall, you will disperse mold spores.
Excess moisture can also occur due to condensation. When you cook, you take a shower or you dry laundry in the house, you favor moisture appearance, especially if you don’t ventilate the house.
How to prevent condensation
When you cook, always put lids over pots. It’s also important to dry your clothes outside or on the balcony. In the morning, open the bedroom window and let it open at least 15 minutes. Moreover, it’s advisable to leave the doors open as much as you can to allow air to circulate.
