A dehumidifier is the fastest way to reduce humidity, but there are several free or low cost ways to improve the air quality in your home without one.
Easy ways to lower humidity
- Open windows for five to ten minutes each morning.
- Use extractor fans when cooking or showering.
- Keep internal doors open to improve airflow.
- Dry clothes in one room with a window slightly open.
- Wipe condensation from windows before it evaporates back into the air.
Reduce moisture at the source
- Put lids on pans while cooking.
- Take shorter or cooler showers.
- Move furniture a little away from external walls.
When these methods are not enough
In very damp homes, especially during winter, moisture builds up faster than ventilation can remove it. This is when a dehumidifier becomes the most practical solution.