Dehumidifiers: Keeping your home dry for more home comfort

July 15, 2015

Complete home comfort can have differing definitions for different homeowners, which makes sense given our own distinct comfort needs. However, there is always something that all homeowners have in common – the desire to be comfortable inside their home and prevent AC repair. For some it may be keeping an accurately tuned thermostat to keep the air temperature just so, while others may spend their time on keeping their home’s indoor air quality at its peak level. One thing that often goes under-the-radar is the crucial role that appropriate moisture levels play in sustaining a comfortable home. That’s where a dehumidifier comes in to the picture.

Many climates, like the one in Kutztown and Breinigsville, have moments in which they are dry and others when it’s so humid that it feels like you could be in a rainforest. While that may be a bit exaggerated, there are times when you notice a change in the moisture levels, and you surely notice when the humidity reaches an uncomfortable level. So instead of trying to get by with high humidity by turning down your thermostat while your air conditioner is working, why not consider a dehumidifier?

So how do you know if you have too much moisture in your home? Some of that depends on where you live in Kutztown and Breinigsville. In some places it can be pretty easy to spot humidity problems, and sometimes they do a pretty good job at hiding. However, the most common pointers of too much moisture include:

  • Areas that are typically damp
  • Musty odors
  • Cracked or flaking paint
  • Condensation stains on the ceiling or walls
  • A sticky feel to the air
  • Condensation or frost on your windows
  • Peeling wallpaper

One important thing to keep in mind when considering a dehumidifier is that it doesn’t have to be hot in order for it to be humid. You typically find these times during the spring and fall, in the late evening and early morning hours, or on dreary, overcast days.

Before you start noticing signs of too much moisture in your home, why not give the folks at Moyer Total Indoor Comfort in Kutztown and Breinigsville a call at 484-646-3363 to get some pointers on keeping the humidity levels in your Kutztown and Breinigsville home at bay. There are a number of possibilities to keep your home as comfortable as you expect.