The excessive humidity in Lakeland, FL is a concern for the majority of the year, and the temperature climbs into the nineties for three or four months, rises into the high eighties for another four months and at leasts gets into the seventies nearly every day.
The cooling system is a necessity and runs almost constantly.
The electric bills can get quite high, but although the cooling system helps to combat humidity, it’s not designed to detach moisture, and when moisture levels are above the suggested amount, the hair feels hotter and stuffy! It can be tempting to lower the thermostat setting. This simply leads to the AC working harder, using more energy and overcooling the living space without solving the problem, and high humidity levels can cause detriment to condo furnishing, such as warped wooden floors, doors and molding. It encourages the growth of mold, mildew and bacteria and provides the perfect environment for dust mites and cockroaches. The sticky conditions make sleeping hard and diminishes productivity. Aggravated symptoms of allergies and asthma can often be blamed on the humidity levels. I tried portable dehumidifiers. The reservoirs filled very abruptly. I needed to empty them frequently or they became a breeding ground for harmful allergens. I didn’t notice any improvement at all. I finally called an Heating, Ventilation in addition to A/C supplier in Lakeland to learn more about a whole-condo dehumidifier. The Heating, Ventilation in addition to A/C corporation installed the dehumidifier in the ductwork, where it pulls moisture of the air as it passes through. It maintains ideal humidity levels throughout the whole home. I have been able to raise the thermostat setting and yet the house feels perfectly cool and comfortable.