HOW DOES HUMIDITY AFFECT YOUR HOME? The way your home feels can also be used to determine what type of system you need for your home. If you experience dry itchy eyes, dry skin, and chapped lips then you need a humidifier. If there are damp stains on the ceilings or walls or if rooms feel stuffy then you need a dehumidifier. Dry air can cause cracks on wood beams, plaster, and leather furniture. In this case, a humidifier would help. Too much moisture in your home can lead to mold growing on walls and ceilings. This could lead to serious health problems. A dehumidifier prevents this from happening.
