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February 21, 2022

‍The Unexpected Enemy: Understanding and Combating Humidity in Your Dubai Home

When you think of Dubai, dry desert heat probably comes to mind. But humidity—especially in coastal areas and during the summer months—can be just as much of a challenge. High indoor humidity not only affects comfort but also impacts your health, your home, and the performance of your AC system.

1. Why Humidity Is a Problem in Dubai Homes

Even though the climate is dry overall, humidity levels often rise above 60% in certain months. When this happens, your home can feel warmer and more uncomfortable even if your AC is on full blast. Humidity also encourages mould growth, damages furniture, and leaves the air feeling heavy and stale.

2. The Role of Your AC in Controlling Humidity

Your AC is designed not only to cool but also to dehumidify. As warm air passes over the evaporator coil, moisture condenses and is drained away. However, if your system is dirty, poorly maintained, or undersized, it won’t effectively remove excess moisture—leaving your home damp and uncomfortable.

3. Signs of Excess Humidity in Your Home

Musty odours, especially near vents or in closed rooms
Condensation on windows or mirrors
Mould spots on ceilings, walls, or around AC vents
Furniture, clothing, or bedding feeling damp
Increased allergy or asthma symptoms indoors

If you notice any of these, it’s often linked to your AC struggling to keep up.

4. How to Combat Humidity in Dubai Homes

Regular AC Servicing: Dirty coils, clogged filters, and blocked drains reduce your system’s ability to remove moisture.
Duct Cleaning: Dust and debris in ducts can trap moisture and create an ideal breeding ground for mould.
Dehumidifiers: In homes especially prone to dampness, portable or integrated dehumidifiers can support your AC.
Preventative Maintenance: Addressing small issues early avoids major performance drops during humid months.

The Pro Clean AC Solution

At Pro Clean AC, we specialise in tackling both dust and humidity—the two biggest indoor air challenges in Dubai. Our British-trained technicians carry out deep cleaning of coils, filters, and ducts to restore your AC’s ability to remove moisture effectively. We also inspect drains and seals to make sure excess humidity has no chance to build up.