The Advantages of a Home Dehumidifier

What is the Need for Dehumidification Systems?

You might be asking yourself, “Do I need a home dehumidifier?”  Take a look around your home.  It may be announcing to you in many ways – some large, some small – that you do need a complete home dehumidification solution.  Some of these signs are unsightly and will cause damage to your home.  Of course, this means that, left untreated, the effects of excess moisture will lower the value of your home over time.  Other detrimental effects are “closer to home” and affect something even more valuable than your property:  an excessively moist home can cause or worsen health conditions. 

If These Walls Could Speak . . .
What is your home trying to tell you?  For instance, stains on ceilings or walls are an obvious signal that your home is too humid.  Areas with decaying wood are another indicator of a too-moist environment.  Yet another symptom is “sweating” windows, on which moisture is condensing. 

Is Your Comfort and Health Suffering Due to Your Home’s High Humidity?
No one enjoys living in a house with a musty smell, yet many people must contend with this every day, if they do not use a dehumidifier.  High humidity also leads to an uncomfortable “close” or “stuffy” feeling.  Yet these two nuisances do not come close to a third major concern in humid homes:  health risks.  High humidity in your living space contributes to allergies, asthma, and can even worsen arthritis and rheumatism.   

Whole House Dehumidifier Solutions by High-Profile Manufacturers
There are several companies producing high-quality dehumidifiers, such as DeLonghi, Haier, and Santa Fe.  Of particular note is the Santa Fe Rx Whole House Dehumidifier.  It has been named best in class.  This is the perfect choice for basement dehumidifiers needing to cover areas up to 2200 square feet, if your goal is to stop condensation from leading to water damage.  The Rx model also is energy efficient; it is EPA Energy Star rated.  This quiet-running whole house dehumidifier can be purchased with optional HEPA or activated carbon filters to control air pollutants such as allergens and dust, as well as to reduce household odors.

Extra Benefits of Santa Fe Rx Whole House Dehumidifiers
Because they are highly efficient and have been given the EPA’s Energy Star rating, you will rest assured that you are conserving energy and saving money on your electric bill.  You will also have peace of mind, knowing that the Rx carries a full warranty for a year’s time, and that the compressor, evaporate, and condenser have a five-year warranty.  This unit also has the added benefit of a pump and drain hose.  Overall, it’s easy to see that whole house dehumidifiers are a definite benefit to the conservation of your property, and more importantly, your health.     

You may well be interested to read about desiccant dehumidifiers and their particular technique for dehumidification.