With summer just around the corner, humidity is bound to creep up to uncomfortable levels. To ensure that your home is cool enough for the summer months, it is best to make sure that your insulation is up to date with all of the proper maintenance.
We may not realize it, but insulation is a crucial component of our homes and buildings that keep them at comfortable temperatures in scorching summer months and frigid winter months.
With proper insulation, summer humidity has a low chance of seeping into your home.
How Humidity Can Affect Your Home
During the summer, humidity can reach an all-time high, especially on Long Island. Humidity results from the evaporation of water from various sources, with the capacity of the air to hold water vapor being influenced by temperature.
Higher temperatures hold more moisture, and as the air cools, the excess water vapor condenses, resulting in humidity.
Humidity can occur in your home, especially when indoor temperatures rise. The process can have lasting negative effects, including the growth of mold and mildew, which can damage the structure of your home.
Mold can even grow in your carpets, and can be difficult to remove.
Insulation Acting as a Moisture Barrier
Insulation acts as a moisture barrier by preventing the movement of moisture and condensation within walls, ceilings, and floors.
The materials used to compose insulation, including spray foam and batt fiberglass, are moisture resistant and help manage indoor humidity levels.
If insulation is properly installed, it can prevent the growth of mold and mildew in the home that is caused by humidity.
Enhancing Home Comfort and Improving Energy Efficiency
Proper insulation can also add comfort to your home during the summer months. Not only does it prevent moisture build-up, but it blocks hot outdoor air from seeping in, keeping your home at a comfortable temperature.
Insulation also improves your home’s energy efficiency. When humidity builds up, you may rely more on air conditioning systems, which can do a number on your energy bills.
Insulation eliminates the need for heating and cooling systems since it manages indoor temperatures and comfort levels.
What better way to kick off the summer than to ensure that your insulation is up to date, or have it installed in your home?
Our qualified team members at Radiant Drywall & Insulation are here to help. Contact us today at (631) 924-0500 for additional information.
