humidor won't rise above 50, how do i fix that?

[ggiese]

I had this problem when I bought my first humidor. Try the dollar bill test. I ended up buying a digital hygrometer and eventually upgraded to 65% humidity beads. They are worth the investment if you want properly humidified cigars.

You've been by his house and assessed the situation with his humidor already?

Details, man - we need DETAILS!