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Sources of Humidity	Action Required
Daily Activity
Cooking	Run kitchen exhaust fan; cover cooking pots to reduce steam
Laundry	Make sure appliances are properly vented to the outside; use clothes dryer instead of hanging wet clothes indoors; use exhaust fans
Bathing	Run bathroom exhaust fan; take shorter showers
Household Area
Window Coverings	Open drapes, curtains, and shades; remove inside screens
Air Circulation	Don't cover or deflect warm air registers; don't close off rooms; open windows slightly to let in cool, dry air
Moisture-producing areas	Close doors and windows to greenhouse areas, hot tub, or pools
Attic & Crawl Space	Check for proper ventilation; Use vapor barrier in crawl spaces
Mechanical
Humidifier	Turn humidifier down or off; Use a dehumidifier
Exhaust Fans	Make sure exhaust fans vent directly outside, not to attic or crawl space
Furnace	Make sure your furnace is in proper working order and serviced regularly; operate furnace fan; Consult with your heating and cooling professional to see if you need to install a fresh air intake or an air-to-air heat exchanger.
Miscellaneous
Fire Wood	Store fire wood outside or in the garage
Chimneys	Make sure chimneys are free and clear
Plants	Reduce number of house plants; cover large fish tanks

Outside Air Temperature	Inside Relative Humidity
-30° C or cooler	15% Max
-30° C	20% Max
-23° C	25% Max
-18° C	30% Max
-12° C	35% Max
-7° C	40% Max
Source - Window & Door Manufacturers Association

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