Ever wonder why all of those air conditioners hanging out of people\u2019s windows are constantly dripping water on hot summer days? All they\u2019re actually doing is disposing of the moisture they\u2019ve removed from the indoor air. That\u2019s right \u2013 air conditioners are dehumidifiers too. <\/p>\n
When you think about it, it makes a lot of sense. After all, you know how much more uncomfortable 90\u00b0 is when the humidity\u2019s up around 90% than when it\u2019s closer to 60%. Of course, some air conditioners are better at removing moisture from the air than others, so you should definitely consider how well an air conditioner dehumidifies when evaluating your air conditioning options.<\/p>\n
Why Humidity Matters<\/p>\n
High humidity, even at lower temperatures is uncomfortable. But there are more reasons than simple comfort to want an air conditioner that reduces indoor humidity levels. For instance, high levels of humidity promote the growth and spread of several allergens like dust mites and mold spores. High indoor humidity can also cause problems for the wood fixtures and furnishings in your home.<\/p>\n
The Importance of Proper Sizing<\/p>\n
Most air conditioners do a decent job of controlling humidity indoors. But depending on the severity of your problem and the typical levels of humidity in your area during the summer months, you may want to pay special attention to each unit\u2019s capabilities when evaluating your options.<\/p>\n
An air conditioner\u2019s ability to maintain proper humidity levels indoors has a lot to do with how well it\u2019s matched to the size of your room as well. An air conditioner that\u2019s too small likely won\u2019t get the humidity or the temperature down to a comfortable level. On the other hand, that doesn\u2019t necessarily mean that bigger is better.<\/p>\n
In fact, an air conditioner that\u2019s too large for the space you\u2019re using it to cool will have a hard time bringing down the humidity level. Sure, you\u2019ll wind up with a cold room, but that room will remain damp, making it no more comfortable than it was before the air conditioner was turned on.<\/p>\n
For all of these reasons, it\u2019s important to carefully evaluate your options when buying an air conditioner and make sure that the unit you buy is the right kind and size for the area you\u2019re cooling. A little extra time spent researching your options will make your home infinitely more comfortable this summer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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