Our summers are not only hot, but also very humid. This means there is an exceptionally high amount of water vapor in the air, which makes it feel warmer than it really is. When relative humidity levels are about 50% or higher, your body no longer has the means to dissipate sweat\u2014as it cannot evaporate into the air around it so easily\u2014and this is your body\u2019s natural way of cooling off.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s hot and humid outside. But you expect that when you walk into your air conditioned home, the problem will be resolved. Unfortunately, this isn\u2019t always the case. When your air conditioner struggles to maintain humidity levels, you may still feel hot and sticky even as the AC unit is running.<\/p>\n
A common reason for poor dehumidification is an air conditioning system that is oversized or one that is undersized. There is only one size of air conditioner that is the right one for your home. If a technician does not properly measure your home\u2019s needs and take into account additional factors like insulation and location, you might not have the right size.<\/p>\n
If an air conditioner is undersized, it will be too small to provide proper cooling or dehumidification for the larger space in your home. And if it\u2019s oversized, it can short-cycle. Running in shorter bursts more frequently means the air conditioner cannot cycle long enough to offer sufficient dehumidification.<\/p>\n
Finding an air conditioner that\u2019s right for your home and your dehumidification needs is easy, when you work with specialists who know what they\u2019re doing. The best thing to do is:<\/p>\n