Blog

Controlling Humidity Levels in Your Home

By Forquer Heating
April 24, 2018 Category: Humidity

When you think about your air conditioner, you probably only think about it in terms of temperature control. Sure -- on a hot summers day in Akron, who isnt grateful for their air conditioner and the relief that it can provide? Many people, however, dont realize that an a/c has another, very important job: controlling the humidity of your home (and we all know how humid Akron can get). As air is sucked into the vents, moisture is removed from the air, bringing down your houses overall humidity level. This not only provides you with comfort and helps to keep your utility bills down, but it can also help keep you healthy. How does your homes humidity level affect your health? Well, there are a lot of unhealthy things that can exist inside your home. Mites, fungi, viruses, bacteria and other harmful substances can enter your home, and many of these substances can thrive if a home is too humid. This is why maintaining an optimal humidity level of between 30% and 60% in your home is a crucial