Blue - Whole House Dehumidifiers
Many Minneapolis homeowners use products like air purifiers and humidifiers, but are still missing out on the benefits of whole house dehumidifiers. A whole house dehumidifier makes hot summer months more tolerable, but more importantly, it can lessen the presence of allergens and prevent damage to your home. You can trust Blue Ox Heating & Air to handle your whole house dehumidifier installation. The prospect of installing and maintaining a whole-home system may seem daunting, but we can take care of the setup, answer your questions, and ensure that your needs are met. The changes you’ll enjoy afterward will make the process more than worthwhile.
During the Minnesota summer months, sometimes it’s not so much the heat that can get to us, it’s the humidity. And when it’s muggy outside, the excess humidity on the inside can feel thick and unbearable. Installing a whole house dehumidifier is one of the most effective and energy efficient ways to remove humidity from your home. It can be installed as part of your home’s heating and cooling system and work to reduce moisture to a comfortable level.
At Blue Ox Heating & Air, our certified HVAC technicians will work with you to determine which type of whole home dehumidifier is right for your home and lifestyle. We offer a wide range of thermostats with allow you to modify the automatic set points based on your personal preferences.
There are many warning signs that the humidity level in your home is at an unhealthy level. Some common indicators that indoor air is too humid include:
- Mold
- Musty smells
- Wood floors or furniture will warp or rot
- Wet spots on walls, floors, or ceilings
- Condensation on glass windows or cold drinks
- An increase in pests like insects
- Air that feels heavy or muggy
Although these conditions are undesirable, it’s important not to overcompensate when starting to use a home dehumidifier. Air that is too dry can cause problems as well, such as irritating skin, eyes, throat, and lungs. Dry air can also worsen certain allergy symptoms.
Generally, a humidity level below 50% is beneficial, but anything below 35% is too dry. An appropriate balance of moisture is essential if you want to see improvements in your health and the condition of your home.
When humidity levels in your home are too high, contaminants and allergens can thrive. Blue Ox Heating & Air can help you to get better humidity control. Using dehumidifiers to dry out the air creates an environment that is less supportive of:
- Mold
- Mildew
- Bacteria
- Dust mites
This is one reason that a whole house dehumidifier is a smart investment. A dehumidifier that works on just one or two rooms won’t be enough to prevent allergens from growing throughout your home. A whole-home system gives you control over humidity levels and air quality throughout your house.