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- Keep indoor humidity below about 50 to 60 percent.
- Vent bathrooms, kitchens and dryers to the outside.
- Dry leaks and spills within 24 to 48 hours.
Prevention is mostly about habits and a few inexpensive fixes.
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Everyday habits
- Run bathroom and kitchen fans.
- Wipe condensation off windows in cold weather.
- Don't dry laundry indoors without ventilation.
- Keep furniture a few inches off exterior walls.
- Clean and dry anything that gets wet right away.
Around the house
- Check under sinks and around toilets regularly.
- Keep gutters clear and water draining away from the foundation.
- Use a dehumidifier in damp basements.
- Insulate cold pipes and exterior walls to reduce condensation.
- Service the AC and keep condensate lines clear.
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