Author name: Umar Farooq

A dehumidifier burning smell means unplug it and stop using it. Likely causes, 5 safe checks once it has cooled, and when to replace the unit.

How loud is a dehumidifier? Makers quote about 38-57 dB at 1 m for compressor units. What that means in your room and 5 ways to make it quieter.

A new dehumidifier smell is usually a faint plastic odour that fades. What the manuals say, 3 simple fixes, and the 3 red flags that mean unplug it.

Can a humidifier cause mold? Yes, if it pushes humidity past 60% or wets surfaces. 4 ways it happens, how to run one safely, and what to do if it does.

Does a fish tank increase humidity? Yes, an open top evaporates into the room. See when it matters, the signs of damp, and 3 simple fixes that work.

Why is wallpaper peeling off the wall? Five causes, from condensation and leaks to dusty walls and old paint, plus how to tell damp from poor paste.

Your house feels damp but hygrometer says normal? Six reasons the number misleads, a five-step check order, and what to do about cold walls and damp fabrics.

Why is paint peeling in the bathroom? Usually moisture getting under the film: steam, weak extraction, a damp or dirty surface, or a leak. Here is how to tell.

Why do doors stick in humid weather? Timber swells as it takes up moisture. 4 checks to tell normal seasonal movement from damp, and what to do about it.

How to find cold spots on walls with a hand, an infrared thermometer and a cold morning. 5 checks, where to scan, the limits of cheap gear and what to do.

Does humidity damage electronics? Yes, but condensation, not a damp room, does most of it. Safe humidity ranges, three risks and what to do after exposure.

Why is humidity higher in the morning indoors? Cooler air reads a higher RH for the same water. 4 reasons, when a 7am peak is normal and when it is damp.