What bothers you more: the heat or the humidity? No brainer, right? Excess humidity can make it feel several degrees Indoor Humidity warmer inside or out while causing various other problems, such as:
- Onset or aggravated symptoms of allergies, asthma, and other upper respiratory ailments
- Excess dust and an ever-growing population of dust mites
- Build-up and spread of mold and mildew
- Musty odors
- Wood and structural damage
- Warping musical instruments made of wood
- Higher electricity bills since higher levels of humidity make you feel warmer at the same temp when humidity levels are reduced
- Greater fatigue, even during the day
- Symptoms of illness and difficulty sleeping
If indoor humidity has only recently become a problem or one that seems to be getting worse, the problem might be your AC system is aging. Newer systems do a very effective job of expelling humidity but as they age, they gradually lose that advantage.
So, what’s a health-conscious homeowner do? Well, there are several DIY methods for keeping humidity levels down. These include using a vent in your bathroom while taking a shower, taking cooler showers, repair leaking pipes, keeping your gutters clean, among others.
If you’re looking for a more far-reaching solution, Eagle Service Company has just the thing – a whole-house dehumidifier. It works in tandem with your AC system to keep humidity levels down to levels you can pre-set and change at will.
For more information about a whole-house dehumidifier and other indoor air quality solutions, contact Eagle Service Company today.
