How to Fix Indoor Condensation

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If you have noticed tiny drops of water accumulating on your walls, windows, framework or furniture, you have a condensation problem. You may not think it’s a bid deal at first but it can turn into a more serious and costly problem if not dealt with. The proper amount of insulation in St. Charles MO can help, but there are other things you can do to prevent condensation and lower your humidity levels.

Condensation: Defined

First off, what exactly is condensation? This occurs when warm air comes into contact with cold air or surfaces. The warmer the air, the more moisture it generates. So when that warm air hits a cold surface such as your windows or walls, it can’t keep up the same moisture level, so it releases that moisture onto the surface or into the air, which results in droplets of water.

Condensation is a natural result of the everyday activities we engage in, such as cooking, washing, showering, and even just breathing.

Preventing or Lowering Condensation

Here are some basic ways you can prevent or fix condensation issues in your home.

1. Control relative humidity

The first thing you can do is control the relative humidity in the air, particularly in the kitchens and bathrooms, as this is where humidity levels are the highest. Install fans in high humidity areas and close the door to separate your bathroom from the rest of the home until the moisture has been dried out.

Turn on exhaust fans in the kitchen when cooking, and keep pots and pans covered when boiling water and food. You can also run a dehumidifier in your basement to suck the extra moisture out of the air.

2. Ensure proper ventilation

Run fans in high humidity places such as kitchens and bathrooms, as well as wardrobes where a high concentration of clothes will stop the air from circulating properly and even damage your clothing over time. You can cut small holes in the back of your wardrobes and shelves to bring fresh air in and keep moisture out.

If you have no ventilation or exhaust fans in your bathroom, run a small electrical fan (just be careful to keep it away from water sources). Don’t place furniture right up against your walls; instead, leave some space.

3. Add glazing and insulation

Because windows are the first places you’ll see condensation, you may want to add a secondary glazing to your windows or replace then with new double-glazed windows made with low-e glass that provide a better barrier between the interior warm air and the outside cold air.

Add insulation to your lofts and attics, as well as walls. Hire a professional to come out for an inspection to check the current state of your insulation and recommend the best course of action to stop condensation problems in your home.

Contact Addict Insulation

Addict Insulation specializes in the application in many types of insulation, from spray foam insulation to blown insulation . Our St. Charles MO insulation contractors can provide an inspection to see why you have condensation and then suggest the best remedy. Contact us at 636-233-7314 to book an appointment.

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