Humidity control equals comfort control.

Controlling the humidity level in your home is one of the most important elements in maintaining a comfortable living environment. In many parts of the country, excess humidity can cause tons of problems – especially in the Spring and Fall when it’s still cool outside but potentially damp within your home.

Your air conditioning alone can’t balance these levels. That’s not what it is intended to do. In fact, if you are running your air conditioner and your house still feels stuffy, clammy or just generally uncomfortable, you might need a whole house dehumidifier added to your
system.

A dehumidifier is essentially the opposite of a humidifier. Instead of regulating the air in your home and infusing water vapor when necessary, a dehumidifier reduces water vapor. Applied to your home’s HVAC system and ductwork, the dehumidifier condenses the water vapor in the air, converting it to its liquid form and effectively pulling it out of the air before the air is recycled back into your living space.

What are the warning signs of excessive humidity? Sticky or sweaty floors, mold or mildew anywhere in your home, musty odors, condensation on your water pipes and a clammy feeling on your skin are all indicators that the humidity in your home needs to be controlled. To learn more about whole house dehumidifiers, as well as air filtration and other HVAC products, contact your local ARS air quality specialist today.