Add a Dehumidifier
Use your AC in conjunction with a dehumidifier to significantly reduce moisture from the air. Dehumidifiers are similar to air conditioners, but they're optimized for absorbing moisture instead of heat. You can make your home feel up to 10 degrees cooler by running one in tandem with your AC unit.
One of the most common causes of high humidity levels is the buildup of dirt and other debris within the AC unit's air filter. If the air filters are dirty and covered in debris, your AC system will not function properly.
Set the Desired Humidity Level: Some AC units allow you to set the desired humidity level manually. If this option is available, choose the level that suits your comfort preferences. Select the Fan Speed: In "Dry Mode", the AC fan operates at a low speed to enhance dehumidification.
Set the Fan to AUTO
As the refrigerant coils in your air conditioner absorb heat and moisture, cold air is blown in. The moisture stays behind and collects on the coils. If you keep the fan set to ON, the moisture will continue to be blown back inside.
Dry mode is specifically designed to lower indoor humidity levels. This feature is particularly helpful in humid weather, where the air feels sticky, but temperatures aren't high enough to warrant full cooling. Unlike cool mode, which lowers the temperature, dry mode focuses on moisture removal.
The Evaporator Coil Might Be Dirty
If the coil is dirty, the water vapor will not properly absorb onto the coil. Our technician can diagnose a dirty evaporator coil during a maintenance check and clean it. It is also good to change the air filter at least once a month to ensure the filter can protect the coil.
Use dehumidifiers and air conditioners, especially in hot, humid climates, to reduce moisture in the air, but be sure that the appliances themselves don't become sources of biological pollutants. Raise the temperature of cold surfaces where moisture condenses. Use insulation or storm windows.
Dry mode helps dehumidify your home, making it more comfortable and reducing the exhaustion and perspiration that come with high humidity levels. By drawing out excess moisture, this feature creates a cosy living space that's easy on the body. Say goodbye to the discomfort of a humid environment.
Set the thermostat to a consistent temperature, even at 78°F, to keep humidity levels in check. Invest in a dehumidifier. Dehumidifiers are designed to extract excess moisture from the air. Place one in areas like bathrooms, basements, or laundry rooms for best results.
For the 1% to 2% of people who have hyperhidrosis, the sweat glands don't shut off. They sweat even when the circumstances don't call for it: when they're in air conditioning, or while they're sitting and watching television. Some people even tell their doctors that they sweat in a swimming pool.
This can happen for several reasons, such as if the coils are dirty or if the air filter is blocked. When the coils are frozen, the AC can't evaporate the moisture in the air, which leads to higher humidity levels. If you think this might be the problem, check to see if the coils are frosted over.
High humidity in a house can be caused by many things, but the biggest reason is poor ventilation—in other words, air isn't being circulated properly, which causes the air in your house to become stagnant and humid. The other major reason? Too much air exchange with the outside.
Turn On The Fans
These fans can often be found in places where air movement is especially important for dehumidifying because of heat- and moisture-producing activities like cooking and showering. Turn on your oven and bathroom fans to promote air circulation and reduce humidity.
The more the air heats up, the more moisture it can absorb. In addition, you often don't sleep alone in your bed, which makes regular ventilation essential. The more animals, people, or plants there are in a room, the more the humidity increases.
The recommended relative humidity level is between 30 to 50 percent. Summer is generally the hardest time of year to stay inside this range. Fortunately, using the air conditioner can help. After all, air conditioning doesn't solely cool your home—it also lowers humidity.
Vacuum Cleaning
As air is pulled out of the system, the pressure in the system drops below the air pressure outside. In other words, a vacuum has less than atmospheric pressure. A vacuum pump removes air and moisture from the system before the system is damaged.
Generally, it can take anywhere from 15 minutes to a few hours to significantly reduce humidity levels. For best results, the AC should run in cycles, with each cycle lasting at least 15-20 minutes. Short cycles may cool the air but won't run long enough to remove much moisture.
One way to measure humidity is with a hygrometer. Hygrometers are available at most hardware stores, and they're relatively simple to use. Just place the device in an area of your home that you'd like to measure, and wait for the reading to stabilize.
If your fan is set to AUTO, it shuts off between cooling cycles. This allows time for the moisture on the cooling coils to collect and drain outdoors like it is designed to do. But if your fan is set to ON, the fan runs continuously and blows the moisture right back into your house.
Condensation Is the Key
This is because the evaporator coil condenses water vapor in the air. It does this by blowing the warm air from your home over the cool evaporator coil. The cool coil pulls the moisture from the indoor air, removing it and draining it from your home via the condensate array.