Our team answers homeowner questions every weekend on WCCO 830 AM from 9:00 am-10:00 am. Have your most pressing home improvement quandaries addressed by calling or texting 651-461-9226. Here’s the must-know information our COO, Andy Lindus shared on 12.17.22.
The best winter humidity levels take into consideration exterior temperatures. As a rule, the colder it gets, the lower the house’s winter humidity level should be. Use this guide to determine the right winter humidity setting in your home.
How To Lower Humidity In The Winter
- Use a dehumidifier
- Using your kitchen range hood when cooking and boiling water
- Run bath fans while showering and verify they are not venting to the attic
- Store firewood outside
Two Winter Humidity Problems
1. Window Condensation In The House
Window condensation in cold weather is the result of the home’s warm, humid air meeting the window’s cold surface. When windows get moisture on them,