When it comes to summers in Texas, humidity is not a joke. When the air in your home is starting to feel as humid as the outside air, that’s nothing to laugh at. A working air conditioner keeps your home cool while eliminating uncomfortable indoor humidity.
E+M Emergency Air Conditioning is here to keep Buda and South Austin cool during the muggy Texas weather! Let’s break down what may be causing humidity in your home and what steps to take in order to get rid of it.
Why Is My Home Humid?
No homeowner wants to be trapped in a house that leaves you feeling sticky and gross! High amounts of moisture in your home can signal bigger problems with your heating and cooling system. A few of these issues may include:
- Mold growth
- Musty odors in the home
- Furniture and interior spaces being damaged
In some cases, your house can feel stuffy due to your air conditioner failing to dehumidify as it naturally should. The high humidity levels in Texas may mean the AC has to work harder at dehumidifying. If it’s starting to fail, contact an HVAC professional to correct the problem. It’s vital to have proper ventilation in your house for the AC to work correctly.
What Is A Dehumidifier And A Humidifier?
A quick fix for homes that are more humid than others is a dehumidifier. Having one on hand allows the AC to do its job and helps you save some money. It’s helpful to know what a dehumidifier does as well as its counterpart, the humidifier.
Dehumidifiers
A dehumidifier is a device that absorbs moisture in the air. A few great places to use this device include the bathroom, laundry room and even the bedroom (if a bathroom is connected, it’s easier for moisture to seep into the main room).
These devices work by taking in the humid air, removing the moisture and releasing dry air into the room. Depending on how big the room is, you have a couple of choices in dehumidifiers, including refrigerative and desiccant dehumidifiers.
Humidifiers
On the other hand, a humidifier does the opposite of a dehumidifier: it increases humidity in the air. With Texas being muggy most of the year, a humidifier could only work during the dry winters we tend to have. When it gets dry, this technology can help ease allergies triggered by dry air.
Reliable Buda Indoor Air Quality Solutions
Understanding the relationship between your AC and humidity is important when it comes to the varying seasons in Central Texas. Buda has high levels of humidity and smog during the summer, making it a health hazard to those who may be sensitive to those conditions.
When your house is becoming too humid to handle, and your AC can’t keep up, contact E+M Emergency Air Conditioning! Our professionals are standing by and are dedicated to bringing comfort to the Buda and South Austin area.
