I live in a very humid climate.
The summer seasons are heavy with dense, muggy air, and our home is supposed to be the place where my family and I find a refuge of comfort! When I noticed that the humidity in my house seemed to be as bad as the humidity outside, I contacted a local HVAC supplier to talk about the problem.
Excess humidity in the home can cause damage to paint and furniture, and even to the people breathing the air inside. They sent a worker out the following day and after he examined our cooling system, he suggested that I install a dehumidifier in line with our cooling system, however a dehumidifier helps to clear the components of our cooling system of moisture, which can interfere with the inner workings. Maintaining the humidity in my home is also substantial for reducing allergens, such as dust mites, mold, and mildew, which can negatively impact my family’s health. A dehumidifier removes moisture out of the air, which means the cooling system doesn’t have to work as hard, so it can cool our home more efficiently, which leads to lower energy costs every week. Additionally, installing a dehumidifier within our HVAC unit has improved the air quality in our home, lowering the risk of someone in our family suffering from respiratory problems. The upgrade was barely noticeable, the dehumidifier reservoir is connected to a hose that drains automatically, so I don’t have to spend any extra time on my HVAC system, other than scheduling proper repair to ensure that any concerns that may arise can be resolved quickly before they become larger concerns.