Whole-home Dehumidifier

Whole-home Dehumidifier | Dehumidifier Installation | Heating and Air Conditioning | Spring City

Spring City’s summers shouldn’t feel like a rainforest inside your own home. HEP’s whole-home dehumidifier experts seamlessly integrate advanced moisture control with your existing HVAC system, pulling excess humidity out of every room while keeping energy bills low. From the first assessment to the final seal of ductwork, our NATE-certified technicians handle every step of the dehumidifier installation with the precision and care that has made HEP a trusted name in comfort solutions throughout East Tennessee.

Imagine waking up to crisp, comfortable air—no sticky floors, no musty odors, and no worries about mold creeping into walls or closets. That’s the everyday difference you’ll notice when a properly sized, professionally installed dehumidifier works in harmony with your heating and cooling equipment. Let HEP tailor a whole-home system that protects your investment, safeguards your family’s health, and restores true comfort to your Spring City home—so you can breathe easy all year long.

FAQs

What is a whole-home dehumidifier and how does it integrate with my existing HVAC system?

A whole-home dehumidifier is a centrally located unit that ties directly into your supply and return ductwork. As your HVAC blower moves air through the ducts, the dehumidifier pulls a portion of that air, removes excess moisture, and returns the drier air back into the airstream before it reaches your living spaces. Because it works in tandem with your heating and cooling equipment, it can operate year-round—independently of the air conditioner—so you stay comfortable without over-cooling the house.

Why is humidity control especially important in Spring City?

Spring City’s warm, often humid summers and shoulder seasons can push indoor relative humidity well above the recommended 40–60 %. Excess moisture encourages mold growth, dust mites, musty odors, and wood warping and can make 75 °F air feel several degrees warmer. A whole-home dehumidifier keeps humidity in check, improving indoor air quality, protecting furnishings, and letting you raise the thermostat a few degrees while still feeling comfortable—often lowering cooling costs in the process.

Will installing a whole-home dehumidifier increase my energy bills?

The dehumidifier itself consumes electricity, but most homeowners see little to no net increase—and many notice a drop in total energy use. Because dry air feels cooler, you can set the thermostat higher in summer without sacrificing comfort, allowing the air conditioner to run less. In addition, the dehumidifier’s integrated controls only run the compressor when humidity is high, so the unit is not on continuously. Over the course of a year, many Spring City customers report 5–10 % lower utility bills compared to relying on the AC alone for moisture control.

What is involved in the installation process and how long will it take?

Our certified technicians begin with a load calculation and humidity assessment to size the dehumidifier correctly. On installation day we: 1. Isolate power and verify existing duct static pressure. 2. Mount the dehumidifier in the mechanical room or an accessible attic/basement location. 3. Cut into the supply/return plenums and attach sealed, insulated bypass ducts. 4. Route a dedicated condensate line to a floor drain or condensate pump. 5. Wire the unit to a 120 V or 240 V circuit and integrate its humidistat with your thermostat (or install a stand-alone controller). 6. Test-run, balance airflow, and show you how to change the filter. Most installations take 4–6 hours and require no drywall repair.

What regular maintenance does a whole-home dehumidifier need?

Maintenance is simple and can be done during your seasonal HVAC tune-ups: • Replace or rinse the air filter every 6–12 months, depending on use. • Inspect and flush the condensate drain annually to prevent clogs. • Wipe the exterior and vacuum any accessible coils if dust accumulates. • Confirm the humidistat is calibrated and that the unit cycles on/off properly. Our Spring City maintenance plans include these steps, so you won’t have to remember a separate schedule.

How do I know what size dehumidifier my home needs?

Sizing is based on square footage, average moisture load, basement conditions, number of occupants, and air-infiltration rates. A typical 2,500 sq ft Spring City home with a basement requires a 70–90 pint-per-day unit, but larger homes or those with high humidity sources (indoor pools, large families, or open-crawl- spaces) may need 130+ pint models or multiple units. During our free in-home consultation we measure indoor RH levels, inspect ductwork, and use ACCA Manual H guidelines to recommend the right capacity so the system removes moisture efficiently without short-cycling.