High humidity causes a lot of problems. A moist environment encourages dust mites, cockroaches and mold growth. Bacteria and viruses thrive in high humidity which then creates issues with indoor air quality! Contaminants become airborne, circulated by the cooling system and breathed by renters of the home… Headaches, sore throat, congestion, itchy eyes, sneezing and coughing can be blamed on high humidity, however symptoms of dust irritations, respiratory infection and asthma attacks are worsened. There can be significant harm to cabin furnishings such as antiques, songsal instruments, hardwood floors, doors and molding. Anything wood tends to swell and warp in high moisture environments, and plus, excessive humidity makes the air feel warm and clammy. It can be tempting to lower the temperature control, which puts more work on the cooling system. The cooling system uses more energy, experiences greater wear and tear and there’s an increased risk of malfunction. Higher energy bills are combined with inferior comfort. It can be taxing to sleep at night and feel energized during the day. While cooling systems pull heat out of the air and help to combat humidity, more powerful measures are often necessary, and living in the south, I decided to invest into a whole-house dehumidifier. I tried to achieve improvement with portable dehumidifiers and got nowhere. I had to constantly empty the reservoir and noticed little reward. The larger, better air quality component is installed right into the cooling system and pulls moisture out of the air as it passes through. I’m able to customize the level of the humidity to my family’s preference. My pal and I save on our energy bills and care about superior comfort and healthier air quality.