Humidity levels have a significant effect on how efficiently HVAC systems operate. If the humidity inside your home is more or less than what’s considered optimal for peak heating and cooling performance, it can be challenging to reach a desired temperature. This can leave your living environment uncomfortable and take a toll on your HVAC equipment. That’s why you should understand how humidity impacts the way your heating and air conditioning units run, as well as what you can do to help control indoor humidity levels.

How Are HVAC Systems Affected by Humidity?

Humidity & Air Conditioning 

Your air conditioning unit cools your home by removing moisture and heat from the air. However, it will have trouble doing this if the humidity is too high. In turn, it will run continuously in an attempt to keep your living space at a comfortable temperature. If you have an air conditioning unit that isn’t the correct size for the home, is old and inefficient, or hasn’t been properly maintained, it won’t have the ability to remove excess moisture and cool the household. Having your HVAC contractor install a new system and add a dehumidifier can help take care of the problem. 

Humidity & Heating 

When it comes to heating your home, humidity has the opposite effect. If humidity levels drop too low, the temperature throughout your house will feel colder than it really is. This will make your heating equipment work harder to try and compensate, but it won’t be able to produce enough warmth. In this situation, use a humidifier to add moisture back into the air so your HVAC system can heat up your living area to the ideal setting on your thermostat. 

Keeping humidity at the right level in your home will help to ensure year-round comfort and save you money on utility bills and unnecessary repairs and replacement. If you notice humidity having an adverse effect on your heating and air conditioning units, don’t delay in calling All Comfort Control Heating & Cooling. They offer nearly three decades of experience providing the community of Thomasville, NC, with high-quality HVAC installations, repairs, and maintenance. Whatever your heating and cooling needs may be, you can rely on their industry expertise to get the job done quickly. Contact them at (336) 472-7986 to request an estimate for service, or visit their website to learn more about their services.