It’s almost summer and sometimes, just the thought of hot days and humid afternoons can already make you sweat. But humidity causes more than just sweat & the need to take a nap. When it comes to your home, humidity can cause more problems than you think. 

Mold & mildew
Mold and mildew are microscopic fungi that can grow on surfaces around your home— from your walls to shower curtains. When temperatures are hot and surfaces become damp, mold and mildew are more likely to infest your home.

If mold growth is not controlled, it can cause health problems such as asthma and trigger allergies. Furthermore, when fungi start to digest the materials they cling to, it can cause structural damage to your home.

Learn more about preventing mold growth in your home.

Pests
Some animals and pests prefer to seek shelter in warm and damp places. So if your crawl space or basement is dark & humid, there’s a likely chance that pests might come and infiltrate your space and cause damage.

Learn more about how to handle critter-caused damage in one of our previous blog posts.

Wood damage
Humidity can also damage your home’s wood & wooden structures. Excessive moisture and fungal growth can cause wood decay, rot, and deformation, which are detrimental to your home’s structural integrity.

Structural damage
Did you know that excessive heat can cause structural damage to your home? Just as hot days make us sweat, they can also cause condensation to gather in your walls and make them look sweaty. As a result, it could break down the wood studs in your walls and weaken the structure of your home.

Peeling paint and wallpaper
Aside from sweaty walls, humidity and condensation can also cause your paint and wallpaper to crack and peel. While it’s tempting to repaint your walls and glue your wallpaper back, doing that doesn’t address the condensation problem and it’ll just keep coming back.

Hot temperatures in your home are uncomfortable, but if you’re not proactive in addressing these common problems, humidity can also damage your house. Our experts can help you inspect your home and help you solve your moisture problems. Start with a free estimate from us today!