Indoor Dehumidifiers

A humid home can attract pests, jeopardize your home's structural foundation, and even make you ill. A dehumidifier removes excess moisture in the air, reducing your home's humidity levels. Read on to learn about dehumidifiers and why you may need one. 

What Is a Dehumidifier?

A dehumidifier is a device used to reduce the relative humidity in your space by removing excess moisture in the air. One of the most common types is the desiccant dehumidifier, which pulls air and passes it to a silica gel that absorbs the moisture. A portable dehumidifier is often used to improve the overall comfort of a small space or room. When there's heavy water damage, restoration dehumidifiers are used. You can also install a whole house dehumidifier, which can be integrated into your heating and cooling system. The latter is quite expensive but designed to dehumidify an entire home. 

While a portable dehumidifier only consumes 160-kilowatt-hours per month, you can still maximize energy consumption by keeping your unit (portable or not) efficient. We recommend setting the meter to within 30-50% humidity levels and not using the dehumidifier all day. Clean it regularly and ensure you replace the filters. You can extend its service life by keeping it away from dirt or dust. 

Some signs you may need a dehumidifier include seeing wet stains on the ceilings or walls, blistering paint and peeling wallpaper. If you're feeling stuffy, this clearly indicates you need to dehumidify your space. Contact us to help you decide which type of air dehumidifier to purchase or install for your home. 

What Does a Dehumidifier Do?

Using a dehumidifier can remove moisture in the air, bringing humidity levels between 30% and 50% and improving comfort levels in your home. During summer months, the indoor relative humidity levels of buildings or homes without air conditioning may be high. Damp areas, such as basements, that experience floods may also have high relative humidity levels. 

Get this device if you don't want unwanted pests in your home. Cockroaches, spiders and silverfish love a moist environment, but you can keep them away with a controlled humidity level. If there's mold in the bathroom or kitchen, we recommend using a dehumidifier to keep your space dry. You may also need to contact other professionals to help you get rid of mold. 

What Are the Benefits of a Dehumidifier?

Dehumidifiers are effective at reducing your home's relative humidity levels by removing excess moisture from the air. They're especially useful in crawl spaces, bathrooms with small windows or no windows, poorly ventilated rooms and basements with leaky pipes. These devices can prevent mold growth that can make you sick and pest infestation, which can be a real problem because pests may carry illnesses. Better controlled moisture levels can also improve your overall comfort and reduce your energy bill. 

Do Dehumidifiers Help With Cough?

Some types of cough may be triggered by mold. You can prevent mold growth by using a dehumidifier to remove excess moisture in your space, reducing cough symptoms. For those with asthma, using a dehumidifier can improve the overall comfort in your home, helping you breathe better and improving asthma symptoms. 

Do Dehumidifiers Help With Congestion?

Dehumidifiers may not be the best option for congestion because they can make the air dryer, making the mucus thicker. However, congestion can also be a symptom of allergic rhinitis or hay fever. Mold can trigger allergies, but you can prevent its growth by removing excess moisture in the air. You may need to see a medical professional to determine if a humidifier or dehumidifier is best for your congestion.

Do Dehumidifiers Help With Allergies?

Dust mites and mold are common allergy triggers. If the relative humidity levels in your home are too high, dust mites can thrive and mold can grow. You can prevent this by using a dehumidifier to remove moisture in the air and reduce allergy symptoms. 

How Do Dehumidifiers Work?

Dehumidifiers usually contain four main parts: the fan compressor, reheater, cooling coils and reservoir. They effectively remove moisture by collecting air, pulling it into the dehumidifier, and bringing it into contact with the cooled coils. The moisture on the cooling coils is transferred into the reservoir, which is then reheated and exhausted. 

Most dehumidifiers also include an automatic shutoff to prevent the reservoir from overflowing and a humidistat to help you set your desired level of humidity. You need to factor in the space and the scope of the problem to determine which type of dehumidifier to purchase for your home. A heavy-duty dehumidifier may be needed when there's an excessive plumbing leak in the basement. If the issue is only confined to one area, it might be better to purchase a portable dehumidifier. Our professionals can help you make an informed decision. 

Why Choose Us for Your Indoor Dehumidifier System?

If you need an indoor dehumidifier system or a whole house dehumidifier, you've come to the right place. Choate's provides HVAC services, including the installation of indoor dehumidifier systems. Our technicians are licensed, experienced and knowledgeable. Let us know if you need help with installation or assistance in choosing the best humidifier for your home or business. 

Get in Touch With Us 

We'd like to help you improve your indoor air quality so you can go about your life in a healthier, more comfortable environment. Simply give us a call to discuss your air quality needs. We have offices in Collierville and Memphis to serve the wider Tennessee area. 

For more than 65 years, Choate's focus on quality work and attention to detail has established its reputation as a leader in the community. Call us today at 901-250-2508 or schedule an appointment online today!

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