Benefits of Dehumidifiers

Summer in the south isn't always pleasant.  With high humidity levels, keeping your home cool while trying to conserve energy can be a challenge.  According to the EPA, the ideal humidity level for your home is 40% - 50%.  Any lower, and you will have problems with static and dry, itchy skin.  Too high, and you may be subjecting your home to insect infiltration and peeling paint.

Is your home’s air stuffy?  Do you have problems with mold and mildew?  Do you notice condensation on your windows, walls, or air conditioning vents?  If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you might benefit from a whole house dehumidifier.

Dehumidifiers remove moisture from the air, making it difficult for mold to grow and dust mites to reproduce.  They can also help reduce your asthma symptoms.  Reducing the humidity in your home will help control the insect population in  your home as well.  Keeping your home’s air in the 40% - 50% humidity range will also help prevent rot in your home’s structure. 

Honeywell carries humidifiers and dehumidifiers to help you keep your home within the optimal humidity range year round.  Their products attach directly to your home’s ductwork, treating the air at the source. 

Call Elite for an estimate on a dehumidifier today!  918.610.7300

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