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Aquaponic systems can raise the humidity in your home because they're essentially a large bowl of water that emits vapor.
I do not have any problem with humidity.
However, there are certain situations where humidity may be a problem.
Too much humidity can damage the integrity of buildings. Mold and mildew could also arise, which can cause health problems.
It's, therefore, essential to address this issue, and I strongly advise you to at least get a humidity tester if you have a fish tank or aquaponics system.
This article also looks at signs of humidity problems and solutions.
What is Ideal humidity?
Energy Star suggests humidity should be 30-50%
If you're unsure about your humidity percentage and would like to check, get a humidity tester.
I use Thermo Pro.
Where humidity will not be a problem
If you live in a dry climate, the air from outside will balance the equation for you.
You may also have cooling/dehumidifying equipment that takes care of humidity.
Where humidity may be a problem
If you live in a naturally humid climate, like a hot country, or have a hot spell increasing the natural humidity, humidity may become a problem.
If this is the case, buying a humidifier and, quite possibly, a humidity tester to ensure the humidity stays at least less than 50% is best.
How to prevent humidity arising from aquaponics
Natural measures for humidity include:
rock salt - place this in a bucket to pull the moisture from the air
baking soda - place in a large container close to the aquaponics system to naturally pull humidity from the air
Other remedies for a humidifier
Electric Humidifiers
Disposable humidifier packs
Disposable humidifier packs:
Electric Dehumidifiers:
Signs of humidity
Condensation might appear on windows or mirrors.
Moisture will be on the walls and surfaces.
Look for peeling paint or notice creaking floorboards
Check for scents; mildew has a moldy or smoky smell
Check for any dark spots or dark green discoloration on your surfaces.
Remedies for humidity
Spray the mold or mildew with tea tree oil or grapeseed oil
Open the windows more often for natural ventilation
Turn your AC on auto mode to keep it running for ventilation
Install air ventilation if you don't have any.
Finally, you mustn't skip this step, as it is best to take preventative measures to tackle mold and mildew in your home.
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Sources
https://www.energystar.gov/campaign/seal_insulate/identify_problems_you_want_fix
https://homeclimates.com/blog/tips-controlling-homes-humidity
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