When you have a central air conditioner in your Opelika, Alabama, home or office, you can enjoy cool air throughout the hot, humid summer months that we have in the area. Your central air conditioner does more than just keep the air at a comfortable temperature, it offers reduced humidity and improved air quality.
Lower Moisture Levels
During the summertime, we experience extremely high levels of humidity in the area. The average level is between 70 and 90 percent throughout June, July, August, and September. Excess moisture in the air can lead to problems in your home, such as mold growth, damage to your possessions, and structural issues. The ideal indoor humidity level is between 30 and 50 percent since dipping below 30 percent can dry out your wood furniture and increase the static electricity and risk of shocks.
When the moisture outside is too high, your central air conditioner helps reduce the humidity to keep it more comfortable indoors. If you find that the air is still too humid in your home, consider adding a dehumidifier for the summer months.
Better Indoor Air Quality
When you think of air pollution, your mind might think that only applies to smog and poor quality air that you breathe outside. However, the air within your home could be more polluted than what’s outside. Poor indoor air quality can lead to allergies, worsened breathing problems, and other health concerns and symptoms. A central air conditioner can help filter pollutants out of the air as the system operates. It’s important to change the filter within your air conditioner regularly to ensure that it can continue doing its job.
Central air conditioning is the most popular way to cool homes throughout the United States, but these systems do more than just lower the temperature. They can help combat excess moisture and help keep your family healthier. If your air conditioner isn’t keeping up with your home’s needs, contact our HVAC experts at Sensigreen Heating, Cooling & Insulation at (334) 366-9237.
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