The weather in Las Vegas is very much like that of a desert; it is hot and dry, though sometimes during our monsoon season we do get a little humidity. This can be a problem, especially for those buildings that have AC systems that are not used to regulating the level of humidity in the particular area.
The Effect of Humidity on Air Conditioners
- Reduced Efficiency: Relative humidity maintains the ‘feel’ of your home warm because it reduces the efficiency of your AC to cool the air.
- Comfort Issues: Again and again, it is found that though the dry bulb temperature is the same, the difference in wet bulb temperature makes the people of the higher wet bulb temperature region feel more uncomfortable.
- Potential for Mold Growth: In extreme cases, humidity problems result in mold formation on ceiling and floor vents as well as on the duct surfaces.
Humidity Control Solutions
- Proper Sizing: Guarantee the size of the AC unit that you intend to buy is right for the size of your home. A large unit can cool a room within the shortest time possible but might not run for long enough to remove the moisture it needs from the air.
- Whole-Home Dehumidifiers: A dehumidifier system is also an essential appliance for homes that have issues with humidity, especially during the monsoon season, for instance.
- Smart Thermostat Features: e, the latest models can incorporate a number of sensors, including the humidity sensors, in an effort to control the indoor relative humidity influencing the operation of the AC.
