Humidity-Sensing Fans Prevents Mold or Mildew Build-Up

There is no practical way to eliminate all mold and mold spores in your home. According to the EPA, the way to control indoor mold growth is to control humidity and moisture. 

By reducing indoor humidity (to 30-60%) you can decrease mold growth by venting bathrooms, dryers, and other moisture-generating sources to the outside. Using air conditioners and de-humidifiers, increasing ventilation and using exhaust fans whenever cooking, dishwashing, and cleaning also help in humidity build-up.

Humidity-sensing fans make a lot of sense for homeowners and especially rental property owners.  With standard fans, you are relying on the user to turn the fan on or off. Too many times the fan is not turned on, and proper ventilation does not happen. This can lead to problems such as mold or mildew, and poor indoor air quality in the home.

If you only remember to turn on the fan after you've stepped into the shower, or if the kids can't be trusted to remember at all, this QTXE110S Ultra Silent humidity-sensing fan from Broan offers a convenient solution. It also works well for busy families that need to leave the house before all the humidity is properly vented. Equipped with Broan's exclusive Sensaire technology, the fan detects when steam and humidity levels quickly increase at the ceiling, then it turns on automatically to help return the room to normal humidity levels, which in turn helps prevent mold and other cosmetic and structural problems associated with excess moisture. Even more, it turns off automatically when the job is done (auto shut-off time is adjustable from 5 to 60 minutes). 

Broan Sensaire technology is a hands-free solution to fighting excess humidity and possible mold problems. It detects rapid increases in moisture levels at the ceiling, where steam do humidity naturally rise, and automatically turns the fan on. With a fan this quiet, we included automatic shutoff to save worry, and money. Broan Sensaire technology is a perfect solution for high traffic bathrooms, the kids' bathroom, or for anyone who leaves the house before humidity is properly vented. Detects a rapid rise in humidity.