06/12/2025
Should you keep your AC running through the summer months? Can Summer humidity accelerate property damage?
🏡 Yes!! Heat and humidity combined can challenge the integrity of the structure of your home and cause mold, mildew, and termite issues. This happens when there is stagnant air in the crawl space or moisture coming into bathrooms, attics, door and window frames, and plumbing.
Understanding Summer Humidity -
Increased temperatures can lead to higher evaporation rates and elevated humidity levels in summer. While humidity is essential for comfort and health, excessive moisture can become problematic, particularly for your property.
The Structural Impact of High Humidity on Your Home -
🚪 Wood Damage
High humidity levels can cause wooden structures in your home to absorb moisture. Over time, this leads to swelling, warping, and even rotting of wood. Door frames, windowsills, and wooden flooring are particularly susceptible.
🪟Drywall and Plaster Damage
Excess moisture can weaken drywall and plaster, leading to sagging, cracking, and peeling. This compromises the structural integrity of your walls and requires costly repairs.
🧱Foundation Damage
Humidity can also affect your home's foundation. Moisture can seep into cracks, causing them to expand and leading to significant structural issues over time.
🗝️ Running your air conditioner will lower humidity levels. Remember to replace the AC filters regularly. For optimum comfort and health, the humidity in your house should be no higher than 50%. A temp setting between 78F to 85F would work just fine! So you can have it set to a 85F if you’re going to be away or traveling! 😊
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