Why You Need a Dehumidifier
There are a number of advantages to whole-home dehumidifiers. While portable models are available, they can only cover a limited area. Whole-home systems are more efficient. Additionally, when you have a portable model, you must regularly empty the water it has collected.
Portable dehumidifiers may be the right solution in limited situations, but a whole-home system is necessary if high humidity is a persistent problem in your home.
There are several signs that indicate your home has excessive humidity. This includes condensation on your windows, mold, or a musty odor in your home. In addition, high humidity can make temperatures feel substantially warmer than they actually are.
You can observe this with outdoor temperatures, as seen in the heat index during the summer. When humidity is balanced, you can often raise the thermostat a few degrees, lessening the wear and tear on the system.
There are several advantages to reducing the amount of humidity in your home with a whole-home system.
- Extend your HVAC system’s life
- More efficient HVAC operation
- Improved air quality
- Reduction of mold and mildew
- Greater comfort
Humidifiers can also increase the comfort in your home at certain times of the year. The heating in your home in the winter can dry out the air. This, in turn, can dry your throat, eyes, nasal passages, and skin.
If you or someone in your household is prone to allergies or respiratory issues, this can be even worse. The dryness can also affect your ability to sleep comfortably and might even make you snore more. Humidifiers reduce that dryness in the air. Another benefit is the reduction of static electricity, which can be irritating and uncomfortable.
Unlike a portable model, whole-home models are quiet, and you do not need to clean and refill them regularly. In fact, yearly maintenance is usually sufficient.
You can have both a humidifier and a dehumidifier installed in your home. In a climate like that of Norman, they can be especially helpful. They will help control humidity during the long summers and ensure that the cold winters don’t lead to uncomfortable dryness. Together, the two help maintain the humidity in your house at an optimal level throughout the year.
