As the seasons change, this not only means the
temperature will fluctuate, but the humidity as well. While we often blame the
changes in temperature on how uncomfortable we feel, unseen humidity change often plays a big role
in that as well.
In the summer when the air holds more moisture and the
humidity is high, it often feels more sticky and muggy. In the winter when the
air holds less moisture, the less humid air can make everything feel so dry
that it is almost painful.
The optimal humidity
level for your home is between 45 to 55 percent, and by keeping that optimal
percentage, it will help you feel cooler in the summer and warmer in the
winter.
The most obvious advice to keeping these optimal
levels is to install a whole home humidifier and dehumidifier. Obviously this
will help a lot to keep optimum levels, but not every home needs it. In fact,
sometimes small changes can be enough to control your humidity level.
In the summer, your air conditioner will
naturally help dehumidify your air. However, it may not be able to keep up with
the levels. In this case, you want to also use exhaust fans when showering or
when boiling water on the stove. This will help to get rid of excess humidity
to keep levels optimal.
In the winter, sometimes a small portable humidifier
in sleeping areas can be enough to keep your house comfortable. Unlike an air
conditioner, a furnace will not humidify your home. This is why if you have low
humidity issues in the winter, you may want to consider a whole house humidifier.
JR Perkins Heating & Cooling is the first heating
and air conditioning company in the East Valley, servicing the Phoenix area,
specifically Scottsdale. To learn more, please visit our website at
www.JRPerkins.com.
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