Best Dehumidifiers for Your Home

Is Humidity a Problem in Your Home?

E. Hart
Many people suffer humidity problems in their homes even though their air conditioning units are running full blast. Cooling the air doesn't simply take the moisture out of the environment. This commonly causes mold and mildew spores to build up, and when you breathe those in they can cause a variety of health concerns. Asthma and allergy sufferers can find humidity intolerable. The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) advises keeping your home's relative humidity less than 50% to avoid dust mite infestation, as well as fungi and virus. (Relative humidity is the ratio of the amount of water vapor in the air to the greatest amount possible at the same temperature). They also say elevated relative humidity of 70% or more can lead to mold, corrosion, decay and other deterioration. Humidity in carpet and fabrics can also lead to dust mite infestation and mildew. So you may be thinking; what can I do? Well the simplest solution may be to invest in a home dehumidifier. Whole house dehumidifiers can cost from $1,000 to about $4,000 while room units are just a fraction of that. So lets take a look at a few right now so that you can decide what home dehumidifier is best for you.

The Aprilaire company offers two models of whole house dehumidifiers that control the air in each room of your home. Different rooms may have different variations and needs. It also claims to be energy efficient which is very important to every homeowner. Aprilaire dehumidifiers seem to be very helpful to those who suffer from allergies and asthma. You can go to their website to find dealers near you.

The Santa Fe Home Dehumidifier is another excellent brand. It is energy star certified and overall excellent customer satisfaction. The Santa Fe can be found online at AllergyBuyersClub.com.

Sylvane offers room sized Delonghi and Comfort-Aire dehumidifiers that are energy efficient and affordable. These are good reliable brands that have high customer ratings. Comfort-Aire offers a whole house model that is very affordable, as well as attractive room units. You may also be able to shop for these appliance brands by contacting heating and cooling businesses in your area.

So whether you need to go with a whole house dehumidifier, or a room sized unit, you can't go wrong with any of these top rated dehumidifier brands for your home. Your whole family will breathe and feel better with safer greener air.

Published by E. Hart

Mom of twin girls age 2, daughter age 21, son age 24. Interests: arts and crafts, family and pets. Professional cake decorator and veterinary asst. Raises siberian cats, and fainting goats.  View profile

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