Early spring weather is so exciting. It marks the start of the coming warmer months. And although the weather is taking its time to show consistently warm temperatures, it’s a thrilling time all around. However, the early spring transition can also bring other issues, one of those being humidity. So, join Upper Arlington Heating & Air as we discuss the ins and outs of high humidity levels, how to counter them through the use of a whole-home dehumidifier, and why indoor air quality (IAQ) is so important.
WHY SHOULD YOU USE A WHOLE-HOME DEHUMIDIFIER?
Suppose your home’s level of humidity is abnormally high. If so, it will reap negative effects on your health, house, and possessions. Of course, your and your family’s health and well-being are the primary concerns. The last thing you need is for your health to be negatively impacted due to excessive moisture in the air. Furthermore, we understand that keeping your house and belongings in tip-top shape is another priority. When moisture in the air is excessively high, wood furniture, paint, and other wood items such as trim or even art or collector’s items may be negatively affected.
WHEN SHOULD YOU USE A WHOLE-HOME DEHUMIDIFIER?
Not all homes are affected by unusual levels of humidity. So, if you aren’t quite sure as to whether your home falls into this perimeter, look for these following indicators:
- An unidentifiable musty or foul smell in the air
- Visible mold and mildew growth develop on surfaces like walls, ceilings, etc.
- Water or vapor stains on any surface or multiple surfaces in your home
- Consistent condensation on windows and doors
- Bending or warping of wooden furniture, walls, ceilings, doors panels, trim, or other household materials
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF USING A WHOLE-HOME DEHUMIDIFIER?
HEALTH BENEFITS-
Since humidity is a resident of warm air, early spring weather is when the humidity starts to become an issue. Temperatures are slowly rising at a consistent rate. But along with humidity, excessive moisture comes into the air. It’s this moisture that can affect your home’s indoor air quality (IAQ). We know that moisture is what creates the perfect breeding ground for mold, mildew, and other contaminants to grow. So naturally, this is not something we recommend, as mold and mildew growth can take a huge toll on your health and wellness.
Therefore, if your home is experiencing problems with raised humidity levels, a whole-home dehumidifier will greatly help to bring back balance to your home’s IAQ, placing you and your family back in an optimal position in terms of health. Furthermore, suppose anyone in your family has preexisting respiratory-related problems (I.e., asthma or allergies). In that case, a whole-home dehumidifier can significantly help to decrease any further stress placed on the individual.
HOME BENEFITS-
When a home’s IAQ is overly moist, it will start to affect your home adversely. So, surfaces like wood furniture, walls, ceilings, trim, etc., will begin to bend or warp under humid conditions. In addition, your personal belongings and possessions are not completely safe from the fatal touch that humidity sows. For instance, if you are a collector of antiques, art, collectibles, books, or other items, these things may fall victim to the raised humidity. When you use a whole-home dehumidifier to counter the humidity and restore balance to your home’s IAQ, you benefit from the protection of your home and household possessions.
WHO SHOULD YOU TRUST TO INSTALL A WHOLE-HOME DEHUMIDIFIER?
When it comes to work being done in your home, you should always consult a licensed professional. They say, “You get what you pay for.” And while that may not always be the case, we agree that it definitely applies here. Since a whole-home dehumidifier works in conjunction with your HVAC system, it is vital that it is installed by a licensed service professional. At Upper Arlington Heating & Air, all our technicians are highly trained and NATE-certified. So, if, after reading the information above, you feel that a whole-home dehumidifier may just be what your home needs, give us a call, and we’d be glad to answer any further questions you may have!
Call Upper Arlington Heating & Air today at (614) 490-7507, or schedule an appointment now by clicking here!
