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High indoor humidity

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High humidity can involve outdoor-air infiltration, moisture sources, ventilation, drainage, equipment operation, airflow, controls, or equipment sizing. Start with a reliable humidity reading and look for water intrusion or condensation. A contractor should assess the building and system before recommending a dehumidifier, because moisture control is not only an equipment-selection question.

Questions this topic covers

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  • Why is indoor humidity so high?
  • The house feels sticky even with the AC on.
  • My humidity won't go down.
  • Do I need a whole-house dehumidifier?
  • Can oversized AC cause humidity problems?

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