Exhaust Fans – Installation Tips / Kitchen and Bath

Install exhaust fans in the kitchen or bath by following instructions carefully. Most problems with kitchen exhaust fans or bathroom exhaust fans are derived by taking liberties with proper installation as given by the manufacturer. These tips will provide guidance to proper installation of your ventilation fans and avoidance of fire or other unhappy results.

Humidity Settings vs. Temperature / Humidity Tables

If humidity in your home is low, and you are getting zapped, you likely have air leaks. Plug them, or get a humidifier. Avoiding condensation within a tight home is not easy, however. You must adjust the humidity down as the outside temperature falls to avoid indoor "rain" on your windows and elsewhere you may not see. Use this relative humidity chart to keep comfortable as the temperature changes.