Excess Moisture
Excess Moisture | Dehumidifier Installation | Heating and Air Conditioning | New Market
When Tennessee’s summer humidity settles in, excess moisture can seep into every corner of your New Market home—warping wood floors, encouraging mold, and making your air conditioner work overtime. HEP’s seasoned HVAC pros tackle the problem at its source with precise dehumidifier installation that’s customized to your square footage, lifestyle, and existing HVAC system. We handle everything from sizing and placement to seamless integration with your current ductwork, so you can enjoy crisp, healthy air without the sticky discomfort.
Choosing HEP means prompt scheduling, transparent pricing, and technicians who respect your home as if it were their own. Picture cooler, drier rooms, fewer allergy triggers, and lower energy bills—all backed by our “Happy HEP” customer guarantee. Schedule your dehumidifier installation today and reclaim total comfort in New Market, one refreshing breath at a time.
FAQs
Why is excess moisture a common problem in New Market, and how can a dehumidifier help?
New Market’s warm, humid summers and relatively mild winters create conditions where indoor humidity can regularly exceed the recommended 30–50 % range. Excess moisture promotes mold, mildew, dust mites, and musty odors while making your HVAC system work harder. A professionally installed whole-home dehumidifier works in tandem with your existing heating and air conditioning equipment to pull moisture out of the air before it circulates through your home, keeping humidity at safe, comfortable levels year-round.
How do I know if I need a whole-home dehumidifier instead of portable units?
Warning signs include musty smells, visible mold, condensation on windows, cupping hardwood floors, or high indoor humidity readings even when your HVAC is running. Portable units may help one room but can’t control moisture throughout the house, require constant emptying, and often raise energy bills. If you experience moisture problems in multiple areas or want ‘set-and-forget’ control, a central dehumidifier that integrates with your ductwork is the most effective, energy-efficient choice.
Will a dehumidifier increase my energy costs?
In many cases it can lower overall costs. Drier air feels cooler, so you can set the thermostat a few degrees higher in summer without sacrificing comfort. Removing humidity also reduces the latent load on your air conditioner, allowing it to cycle less often. While the dehumidifier itself uses electricity, homeowners typically see little to no net increase—and sometimes a decrease—in monthly utility bills.
What size or capacity dehumidifier do I need for my home?
Proper sizing depends on your home’s square footage, existing HVAC capacity, insulation quality, typical humidity levels, and specific problem areas (crawl space, basement, etc.). During our in-home assessment we measure relative humidity, inspect ductwork, and calculate required moisture removal (pints per day) using ACCA Manual J guidelines. This ensures you get a unit that’s neither undersized (won’t keep up) nor oversized (wastes energy and short-cycles).
How is a whole-home dehumidifier installed and integrated with my HVAC system?
Our technicians mount the dehumidifier in a mechanical room, attic, or crawl space and tie it into the return or supply ductwork. A dedicated drain line directs collected water to a floor drain or condensate pump, so there are no tanks to empty. We connect it to its own humidistat or integrate it with your smart thermostat for automatic control. The installation typically takes 4–6 hours and does not require major modifications to your existing system.
What maintenance does a whole-home dehumidifier require after installation?
Maintenance is minimal: replace or clean the internal air filter every 6–12 months, keep the drain line clear, and schedule annual HVAC service so we can inspect coils and calibrate the humidistat. With routine care, quality units last 10–15 years. Many New Market homeowners simply add dehumidifier service to their spring or fall HVAC tune-ups for seamless upkeep.