You can control humidity with the ecobee thermostat. The Dehumidify Using AC / AC Overcool feature allows your thermostat to use your air conditioning system to help reduce excessive humidity in your home, even if you don’t have a dehumidifier installed.
Excessive humidity in your home can lead to discomfort, condensation on windows, and even mold growth. By utilizing the AC system to dehumidify, the ecobee thermostat can help maintain a comfortable and healthy indoor environment.
The Dehumidify Using AC feature works by utilizing your existing air conditioning system to remove moisture from the air. When enabled, the thermostat will activate the AC compressor to cool the air below the set temperature, causing excess moisture in the air to condense on the cooling coils. This condensed moisture is then drained away, effectively reducing the humidity in your home.
The AC Overcool feature takes the dehumidification process a step further by allowing the thermostat to lower the set temperature by a few degrees to increase the cooling capacity and further enhance the dehumidification process. This feature can be particularly useful in areas with high humidity levels or during periods of excessive moisture in the air.
To enable the Dehumidify Using AC / AC Overcool feature, you need to access the thermostat’s settings menu. From the main menu, select “Settings,” then “Installation Settings,” followed by “Thresholds.” Here, you can adjust the humidity set point and enable the Dehumidify Using AC / AC Overcool feature.
It’s important to note that while the ecobee thermostat can help control humidity, it may not be as effective as a dedicated dehumidifier, especially in very humid climates or situations where humidity levels are consistently high. In such cases, a standalone dehumidifier may be a more suitable solution.
Personal Experience:
I live in a region with high humidity levels during the summer months, and I have found the Dehumidify Using AC / AC Overcool feature on my ecobee thermostat to be quite effective in reducing excess moisture in my home. I have noticed a significant improvement in indoor comfort, and I no longer have issues with condensation on windows or mold growth.
Additionally, I appreciate the convenience of being able to control humidity levels directly from my thermostat, without the need for a separate dehumidifier. The ability to adjust the humidity set point and enable the AC Overcool feature gives me flexibility in tailoring the dehumidification process to my specific needs.
The ecobee thermostat offers the Dehumidify Using AC / AC Overcool feature, which allows you to control humidity levels in your home by utilizing your air conditioning system. While it may not be as effective as a dedicated dehumidifier in extremely humid conditions, it can still provide a significant improvement in indoor comfort and help reduce excess moisture.