While most homeowners recognize temperature to be cause for concern throughout the year, they don’t often recognize the role that humidity plays in their home comfort. Both heating and air conditioning tend to produce dry conditioned air, but for residents who have respiratory issues, suffer from allergies, or who have particularly unpleasant humidity problems, your heating and cooling systems cannot quite control the humidity enough to make a lasting change. For many, a humidity control system is just the answer they need. These whole-home systems both humidify and dehumidify, depending on your needs. To learn more about our Cincinnati, OH indoor air quality services, call GC Home Services Heating & Air Conditioning today!

The range between 35% and 50% is generally considered to be the most comfortable for the average person. Although the humidity tends to rise in the summer months, condensation and ventilation problems can create humid conditions all year round. It depends upon the insulation of your home, as well as what type of materials your home is made of, and where it sits on your property. Some problems associated with low levels of humidity are:

• Dry skin
• Damage to furniture and fabrics
• Ineffective heating

In the summer, we often blame our discomfort on the humidity instead of the heat. This is because our bodies require a certain level of humidity in order to cool our bodies properly. The closer the humidity gets to 100%, the less chance our body has to initiate this natural cooling process. High moisture conditions can also create stuffy and uncomfortable respiratory conditions. Some problems associated with high humidity levels are:

• Mold growth
• Dust mites
• Moisture on the walls and floor

Fortunately, humidity control is a rapidly advancing technology that can help you control the levels of humidity in your home efficiently and effectively. These whole-home systems integrate into your existing system, typically at the air handler, to provide relative humidity adjustments whenever you need them. If the air is too dry, you can use your humidifier, if it’s too moist, you can use your dehumidifier. To speak to a professional about Cincinnati, OH humidity control, call GC Home Services Air Conditioning & Heating today!