During summer, excess humidity can make you feel hotter. This is because humidity has a big effect on both heating and cooling systems. Depending on the level of humidity inside the house, achieving the desired room temperature can be quite a challenge. This is the main reason why modern HVAC systems come with both humidifiers and dehumidifiers to control humidity levels inside the building and ensure optimal heating or cooling.
The Effects of Humidity on Air Conditioning
The main purpose of air conditioners is to cool indoor spaces during hot weather conditions. This is achieved by passing warm air over cold metal tubes containing the refrigerant. The expanding refrigerant in the tubes absorbs heat from air and goes to the condenser unit, where the heat is dumped. When the moisture content in indoor air is high, the A/C will not only be required to cool the air, but also the water molecules. As a result, the unit will have to work harder and consume more energy to cool the room. If your A/C has a low cooling capacity, it may not be able to cool the room, making you feel uncomfortable.
Common Signs of Excess Humidity
If there is high humidity in your home, your skin may feel clammy. Your windows may also become cloudy while a musty odor may be felt in your home. If you notice these signs, must call in the experts because high humidity can also damage the structure of your building in addition to causing problems to your HVAC system. We can give you recommendations on how to deal with the problem once and for all.
Humidity Control
Since you want your HVAC system to operate efficiently and your home to be comfortable, it is crucial that you install a digital hygrometer in your home to monitor humidity levels. There are several methods of controlling humidity at home. The first is using a dehumidifier, which extracts excess moisture from air. The second method entails using a humidifier, which increases humidity levels when there is low humidity. Lastly, the A/C can extract excess humidity from air by condensing water vapor.
We can help you deal with humidity problems in your home or office.
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