Relative humidity (RH) is an important aspect of comfort and air quality in the home. An RH that’s too high or low can make breathing more difficult, affect your energy levels, and worsen allergies. Unfortunately, it’s difficult to maintain an optimal RH in Florida, especially during summer. That’s why TitanZ Plumbing & Air Conditioning encourages homeowners to consider a whole-house dehumidifier in Venice, FL. Our team can also install a humidifier to help with RH year-round.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency encourages homeowners to maintain an RH between 30% and 50%. You should never let your home get above 60%, but that can be difficult to achieve in summer. Maintaining 50% or below is often impossible through cooling alone. It’s generally easier in this area to maintain an RH at 30% or above in winter. Some homeowners may even find they need to run their dehumidifier at times during the cold months. That said, if you do experience low RH, a humidifier is an effective solution.
We install whole-home dehumidification and humidification systems. Portable models are certainly cheaper up front, but there are drawbacks. You have to clean them on an almost daily basis. You also have to empty them frequently to keep them functioning. They’re also only effective in the immediate space where you’re using them. Whole-home systems provide optimal RH throughout your entire home. They usually require maintenance only once a year. Whole-home systems are more cost-effective over the life of the equipment as well.
RH measures the amount of water vapor in the air relative to the current temperature. Warmer air can hold more water vapor, which is why humidity in this area can be unbearable in summer. A whole-home dehumidification system works by extracting that moisture. It will make you feel more comfortable at a higher temperature. Another benefit of whole-house systems is that the condensation drains out of the home automatically.
Air is naturally drier in winter, and your heating system can exacerbate that issue. It continues to draw dry air into the home without replenishing the moisture. A humidification system adds moisture to the air before it flows into your home. There are several types of humidifiers. Bypass or furnace humidifiers are common and use the airflow generated by the heating system. There are also power humidifiers, which have their own fans, and steam systems, which can be even more effective. Whichever type you choose, we’ll plumb it into your home’s plumbing. That means you won’t have to refill it as you do with portable units. The system will get all the water it needs automatically.
Proper dehumidification and humidification can help you avoid a wide range of indoor air quality issues:
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TitanZ Plumbing & Air Conditioning has provided indoor air quality services to homeowners in Venice and throughout Southwest Florida since 2007. Our HVAC company performs manufacturer-approved installations and offers a money-saving maintenance plan. We often have specials available and provide flexible payment options for installations on approved credit.
Would you like to maintain an optimal RH in your home year-round? Contact TitanZ Plumbing & Air Conditioning today to learn more about installing a humidifier and dehumidifier in Venice.
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