Why Should I Worry About Condensation?

Mold and mildew can quickly grow around a window if condensation forms on it. To survive, mold requires humidity levels of at least 70 percent, and condensation levels of 100 percent humidity. As a result, moisture provides the perfect habitat for mold to thrive. Mold can appear around windows with a lot of condensation even if the humidity levels in the rest of your basement are sufficient. When mold forms, it can lead to flareups in asthma and allergy sufferers. In addition to mold, basement condensation makes your basement a haven for harmful pests like mice and cockroaches.