Generally speaking, South Dakota (where we're located) is divided into two primary climate classifications. The western half of the state falls into the semiarid category with plentiful sunshine and low average annual precipitation. The eastern half of the state, however, has a humid continental climate with moderate humidity and precipitation.
If you live in a moderately humid climate like those in eastern South Dakota, you've probably encountered condensation - our topic for today. You may have noticed these irritating water beads on your house windows as well as on your garage or shed windows. As the outside temperature drops, the window glass temperature also drops. When moist air comes in contact with the cold glass pane, the moisture condenses and forms droplets.
So why talk about condensation? Is the subject really worth an entire blog post? Yes, for some. If you experience condensation on a regular basis, you'll want to read on. Excessive condensation can potentially lead to an area being saturated with water which causes dampness - the perfect condition for mold growth and other problems.
If condensation occurs regularly in your storage building (garage or shed), the surrounding area may remain damp just long enough to breed troublesome mold. Mold can grow on walls, around windows, behind furniture, or in any other dark, damp place. Lingering moisture can also cause wooden window frames to rot, paint to peeling, floors to buckle, insulation to deteriorate, and even moisture spots to form on ceilings and walls.
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There are a number of air born, mostly respiratory illnesses that are associated with spending time in moldy conditions. Some of the health conditions include the following.
Mold can be removed, but will re-appear if the problems causing the dampness are removed or prevented. Before putting preventative measures in place, be sure to clean trouble spots properly. To kill and remove mold growth from your walls be sure to do these two things.
Most often, condensation is temporary and can be handled by making some minor adjustments to control interior moisture. However, if you constantly have to wipe condensation off your windows and have a dehumidifier running for lengthy periods of time, then you may want to think about other options. Here are few.
If you have a wood shed (not vinyl or metal) and are looking for more tips and advice, read How to Prevent Condensation in a Wooden Shed.
Our storage buildings are built to resist the problems associated with condensation. Here are a few features that we offer that combat the issues mentioned above.
Our sheds and garages don't just prevent common problems like condensation. They're built with high-quality products that last longer and work harder than other sheds and garages on the market. Don't take our word for it, though. See for yourself. Visit one of our display locations to explore our buildings in person.
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