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While running your air conditioning system on a continual basis is surely an expensive proposition, turning it off can also have a negative effect on your comfort and on your wallet. In fact, letting your AC unit do its job may be the smartest thing that a homeowner can do.
Air conditioners, also known as HVACs, are designed to run at optimal efficiency no matter the conditions. Turning them off can actually be quite detrimental to the well-being of your home.
A case in point is the incidence of mold in a home. HVAC units do more than just chill the air in a home – they also remove a good deal of the excess moisture in the atmosphere.
According to the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers’ (ASHRAE) 2012 Handbook, the optimal indoor humidity level for a home is between 30 percent and 60 percent. Allowing your air conditioner to run not only makes your home more comfortable, but it also helps to maintain that ideal humidity level, which inhibits the growth of molds and mildew.
You can purchase tools to measure and track the humidity in your home at most local hardware stores at a nominal cost to you. Keep your AC running and measure your home’s humidity so you can avoid the costs of having to repair mold damage.
For more information on how to repair homes with mold, please contact us at Parker Young Construction. We can be found at ParkerYoung.com or reached directly at 888-303-9288.