JJ Heating & Cooling Company encourages homeowners to consider a whole-house humidifier and whole-house dehumidifier in Gambrills and Annapolis, MD. The optimal relative humidity (RH) varies from household to household but is somewhere between 30% and 60%. In the Maryland climate, maintaining those levels can be difficult through heating and cooling alone. A dehumidifier helps you keep the RH at 60% or less in summer. A humidifier helps you keep it at 30% or higher in winter.
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One reason high RH is problematic in summer is mold. The humidity also makes a home more conducive to dust mites. It can make it more difficult to breathe, trigger allergies, and exacerbate allergy symptoms. High RH can also contribute to poor sleep.
An HVAC dehumidifier helps in summer by taking water vapor out of the air. An air conditioner does this to some degree, but an AC isn’t a whole-house dehumidifier. A dehumidifier has its own cycle focused specifically on moisture removal. This makes you more comfortable and improves indoor air quality. It’s also an excellent complement to your AC or heat pump. That system won’t have to work as hard or for as long to provide your cooling.
Low RH presents its own set of issues, too. The air is naturally drier in winter, and furnaces can worsen that dryness. This causes respiratory irritation and even inflammation that can lead to snoring, less restful sleep, and more fatigue. It’s also bad for your home, including hardwood floors, wood furniture, and wallpaper.
An HVAC humidifier alleviates these issues by adding water vapor to the air. There are two main types of whole-home systems: bypass and powered. The industry also calls bypass systems furnace humidifiers because they rely on the forced air of the heating system. Powered systems have fans. This means that they can run even when the heating isn’t on. They provide more precise control as well.
Watch for the signs that you may need a dehumidifier or humidifier.
Mugginess in summer
Poor indoor air quality
Peeling wallpaper and paint
Respiratory irritation in winter
Mold and other moisture problems
Gambrills and Annapolis Whole-House Humidifier Team
JJ Heating & Cooling Company is an HVAC company with more than 20 years of industry experience. Our expertise extends to indoor air quality, including whole-house dehumidifiers, whole-house humidifiers, air purifiers, and much more. We work with all IAQ brands and models, and financing is available on approved credit. There are also ENERGY STAR-certified systems that can help you save through energy rebates.
Our team also delivers a five-star customer experience, which has earned us many glowing reviews online.
Would you like a more comfortable and healthier home? Contact us today to learn more about a whole-house humidifier or whole-house dehumidifier in Gambrills and Annapolis.
"Such a great company! They installed my new AC unit last June 2020 and it’s been absolutely awesome since! They are quick to respond, and do great work!! Love the maintenance packages they have to keep your system working well! Can’t recommend them enough!"