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' �ixit-Moisture Problems Page 2 of 6 <br /> � �rsurance level would be higher than in a home heated by a conventional furnace. <br /> � MN Relav Services <br /> Notarv Public ; <br /> Petrofund ' Sudden moisture problems should always be seen as a possible warning that a <br /> Real Estate furnace or water heater is malfunctioning. Improper exhaust or a leaking heat <br /> Resid. Bldg. Cont ' exchanger can add combustion gases, including moisture,to your home. Buy <br /> Securities ' �electronic carbon monoxide (CO) detector with a UL listing. A CO detector <br /> Telecommunications is a "must" in an home with a as or oil fired a liance, fire lace, or wood <br /> Unclaimed Property Y g PP P <br /> Weiqhts & Measures stove. <br /> Consumer Pubs � <br /> �ink Center To reduce window condensation,you need to lower the humidity level by <br /> Home <br /> eliminating sources of excess moisture and increasing ventilation. Two major <br /> sources of indoor moisture are occupants' activities and the home's foundation. <br /> � Cooking, bathing, laundry, and similar activities add small to moderate <br /> amounts of water in relatively short periods of time. Using bathroom and <br /> kitchen exhaust fans reduces moisture from these sources. <br /> Basement walls may appear dry,but they can be a powerful and constant <br /> source of moisture. Try this test: Drape one or two of the foundation walis with <br /> a sheet of polyethylene film 4 or 6 mils thick and seal on all sides. If dew <br /> collects between the foundation and the film, and at the same time window <br /> condensation decreases,the basement is the likely source of your moisture <br /> � problems. <br /> Recommendedpublications: [3asement Insulation. 1-1ome Moisture, VVindo��s <br /> �u�cl I)u��r; <br /> Back to beginning of_^or <br /> New storms, low visibility <br /> The moisture problem I have with my windows is bad enough in cold(zero) <br /> weather that I can't see out. I have a humidistat on my gas hot air furnace and <br /> I do change the setting to accommodate the oirtside temperature. <br /> I just bought new storms with low-e glass. The moisture forms on the inside of <br /> the storms. I've asked window people for advice and haven't gotten any help. I <br /> now wish 1 had bought new windows, not just storms. Thanks for any help you <br /> � can give. I want to see out! <br /> Some condensation on your storm window may be normal. Adjust the � <br /> humidifier setting downward and see if there is any reduction in condensation. <br /> If there is no change,turn off the humidifier. If this adjustment works, your <br /> humidistat may need to be reset. You can have this done as part of your <br /> furnace cleaning and tuning. <br /> If the humidistat adjustment produces no change,the problem may be with <br /> your windows. Both interior and exterior windows leak air. Your new storm is . <br /> tighter, allowing less air leakage,but warm air and moisture from the inside <br /> continue to leak through the interior window and then condense onto the inside <br /> of the storm. Tightening your interior or prime window will likely reduce <br /> moisture and air leakage. Weatherstripping weazs out, needing repair or <br /> replacement over time. Check the weatherstripping in the sash tracks. If it is a <br /> spring metal, you may "re-spring" the metal: Place a ruler between the track <br /> and weatherstripping, gently pry the metal outwards, and lift away from the <br /> http://www.commerce.state.mn.us/pages/Energy/InfoCenter/FixItlfixit04.htm 2/16/O 1 <br />