Measuring flour

I use to have a problem with my yeast bread getting too tough and having to add more and more water. I thought it was the climate here in Arkansas but it was just me.
When measuring flour DO NOT just scoop out of the flour jar with your measuring cup. This causes the flour to pack into the cup and then you get too much. Instead try using a scoop and then pour it into your measuring cup and level off with a knife this way you will get the right amount of flour called for in your recipe.