High relative humidity rate in certain rooms of your home (musty or stale smell)
A musty and stale smell is often a sign of a humidity problem. Don’t worry, if the problem is quickly identified and addressed, the damage can be greatly limited.
CAUSES
What is the cause of a musty or stale smell?
Mold is often the source of foul odors. It is commonly found in confined and poorly ventilated areas, such as basements or garages. But sometimes, it reaches the living spaces of the house: baby’s room, living room, kitchen, bathroom…
Mold and fungi develop in humid environments, so the priority is to dehumidify your interior to restore clean and dry air.
CONSEQUENCES
What can happen if a musty smell problem, a sign of a house or room that is too humid, is not addressed?
If left untreated, a significant humidity problem can allow mold and fungi (+ link to mold & fungi page) to proliferate.
The damage can then be considerable, both to the home and especially to the health of the occupants:
- degradation of walls, ceilings, and interior floors
- weakening of woodwork and other wooden structures
- deterioration of exterior facades
- aggravated respiratory problems (bronchitis, rhinitis, asthma…)
- severe allergies
- rheumatism
SOLUTIONS
How to treat a humidity problem effectively and affordably?
As soon as a musty smell is detected, you must quickly find the cause of the humidity.
Once identified, it is important to choose the ideal solutions for you. Ordering your products online can be an excellent way to save money. At help-humidité, our products are of professional quality, made in France, and come directly from the factory. Without intermediaries, our prices are more advantageous for you!
To combat rising damp, the polarity inverter will be ideal. It will push the water back into the foundations and allow your walls to dry completely.
Next, good ventilation is essential. Filtered and purified air that circulates properly, while extracting stale air, will ensure a long-term healthy home.
As for insulation, resin, hydrocement, or insulating panels will provide a true waterproof barrier against humidity.
To reduce the risk of condensation, it’s possible to warm certain cold surfaces to limit temperature differences. For that, our anti-mold paint is perfect: easy to apply, economical, and durable.
Keep this in mind: treat humidity problems as soon as they appear to avoid significant damage.
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