How much humidity is the right amount?
You’ve probably heard that your home will feel warmer in winter if the humidity is higher. That’s true, and why many people use humidifiers to counteract dry, static-filled air during the heating season. In older homes, excess moisture usually isn’t a problem because the structure “breathes” through unsealed cracks and crannies in the construction, creating a regular exchange of outdoor and indoor air. That’s why it is often a struggle to keep enough moisture inside older homes. But with today’s modern construction techniques, homes are much tighter and energy-efficient. As a result, newer homes don’t usually need a way to add moisture – they’re more likely to have trouble getting rid of it.
