Even inside your own home, humid Florida weather can leave you feeling gross and damp. The tradeoff with the beautiful weather we receive year-round is some unique issues, one being moisture. Excess moisture inside your house can threaten the structure of your home, peel off paints and coats, and even lead to mold growth. These issues – through a combination of leak prevention and AC systems – are not usually an issue for most homeowners. One key area of the home prone to moisture is your bathroom. An exhaust fan is a simple and effective method to eliminate the risks associated with excess moisture. Let’s talk more about the benefits of bathroom fan installation.
Bathroom Exhaust Fans – What Are They?
Often installed in the ceiling, a bathroom exhaust fan is a fan that directs internal air from a bathroom toward the outside of the home. Along with this air, excess moisture travels out of the room. The air movement throughout the room hinders any additional amount of water from pooling and condensing.
You might already have an exhaust fan in your bathroom, but do you know all of its benefits?
Reduction of Humidity and Water: Arguably the most important aspect of a bathroom exhaust fan, this function is also the most commonly used by most homeowners. When taking a shower, water condenses throughout the room on all surfaces, most easily seen on glass doors and mirrors. This water, however, is also condensing along walls and cabinets, which may lead to warping and paint separation over time.
By reducing the moisture buildup, you also severely limit the likelihood of mold buildup within your bathroom. If your bathroom cleaning leads you to find pockets of disgusting gunk, chances are you are dealing with mold growth due to moisture. Routine use of a bathroom exhaust fan can stop this problem before it manifests into a more significant issue.
Another benefit of an exhaust fan is if used regularly – no more foggy mirrors! After taking your shower, an efficient exhaust fan should provide you with a crystal-clear mirror to view yourself.
Reduces Odor: Naturally, any time you are sucking the air out of a room, you can expect nasty particulates to go with it. These common bathroom smells can be eliminated quickly by switching on a powerful exhaust fan, providing the next family member with a fresh-smelling bathroom every time.
Another benefit you might have yet to think of is the removal of harsh odors and chemicals left behind by cleaning. Even though one of the goals of cleaning is to remove nasty smells, most cleaning products leave behind their own scents that many find uncomfortable in high concentrations. A bathroom exhaust fan will also solve this issue, keeping your bathroom in a healthy middle ground while still allowing for regular cleanings.
Options When Choosing an Exhaust Fan
Many people have an aversion to bathroom exhaust fans due to their loud noise and apparent ineffectiveness. It’s true that older models found in old homes might not be up to modern standards, but the newest models are different. More contemporary exhaust fans are quiet and efficient and can often be installed with automatic features. How amazing would it be never to have to think about your bathroom exhaust again but still benefit from it?
Each bathroom might have different allowances for the types of exhaust fans able to be installed. Your bathroom wiring might need to be repaired or replaced to accommodate a newer model. Experts recommend a professional electrician in these types of home improvement projects.
Our skilled electricians at Promise Electric are ready to help you with home improvement projects, no matter how small – call today to learn more.
