Here in Florida, we have high humidity levels all year round. While higher humidity levels are more desirable in the winter, there is still such a thing as too much humidity. If you’re looking for a way to lower your indoor humidity levels, a furnace dehumidifier in St. Augustine may be the answer.
These great add-ons can do wonders for your indoor air quality and health, even lightening the load on your furnace. You can keep reading to learn more about the benefits of installing a dehumidifier. Then give our team a call for your in-home assessment so our team can help lay out an installation plan and review how a furnace dehumidifier will work for your family.
Role of Humidity
Humidity is moisture in the air and as long as there are healthy levels of humidity in the air, that’s a good thing. But here in Florida, humidity levels can get significantly higher than the 30% to 50% healthy range. Even though the air tends to be drier in the winter, you may still need just a little extra help to lower your humidity levels. If humidity is too high in your home, then the air may feel muggy and sticky instead of comfortably warm.
When to Get a Dehumidifier
You should get a dehumidifier if the indoor humidity levels are consistently higher than what you would like. Even within the healthy range of 30% to 50%, you may prefer lower humidity levels rather than more humidity. You can purchase a tool that measures humidity in your air to get an idea of what the range is for your home. This will help you decide whether or not you need a dehumidifier.
Dehumidifier Benefits
A dehumidifier offers a variety of benefits to your home, your family, and even your furnace. When it comes to your home, lower humidity levels reduce the chances of mold developing in dark corners that tend to be damp. Once mold begins, it can spread very easily, so taking preventative measures to keep it from developing in the first place is the best way to handle mold.
Healthy humidity levels are also beneficial to your health. Air that is too dry can make it more likely that you get sick. Your sinuses and other mucous membranes need moisture in the air to be healthy. A dehumidifier has precise measurements that allow you to dehumidify the air without removing too much moisture.
Plus a dehumidifier lightens the load on your furnace. If there’s too much humidity inside of your furnace, it can slow operation. Your furnace is only designed to do so much for your indoor air quality and too much humidity can add a lot of strain to the system. A dehumidifier can help you get more life out of your furnace and lower your energy costs a little bit each month.
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