Existing HVAC System
Existing HVAC System | Dehumidifier Installation | Heating and Air Conditioning | Blaine
When steamy Blaine afternoons turn your home into a sticky sauna, HEP’s seasoned HVAC team steps in with precision, speed, and courtesy. Our technicians evaluate your existing heating and air conditioning setup, recommend the right-capacity unit, and complete a seamless dehumidifier installation that works in concert with your furnace, heat pump, or central AC. The result is balanced humidity, quieter operation, and lower energy bills—along with fewer allergens floating around for your family to breathe.
Customers across Grainger County choose HEP because we back every job with transparent pricing, flexible financing, and a 100 % satisfaction promise. From the initial comfort assessment to post-install walkthroughs, we keep you informed, tidy up like we were never there, and remain on-call 24/7 should you ever need us. Enjoy reliable indoor comfort year-round, and let HEP handle the moisture so you can handle what matters most.
FAQs
Why should I add a whole-home dehumidifier to my existing HVAC system in Blaine?
Blaine’s warm, humid summers often push indoor relative humidity above the recommended 30–50 percent range. Excess moisture encourages mold growth, dust mites, wood warping, and musty odors. A central dehumidifier tied into your HVAC ductwork removes this excess moisture automatically, improving comfort, indoor air quality, and protecting your home’s structure and furnishings without having to run your air conditioner as hard or rely on noisy portable units.
How does a dehumidifier integrate with my current furnace and air-conditioning equipment?
A whole-home dehumidifier is mounted in line with your return or supply ductwork. A dedicated controller or your existing smart thermostat signals the unit to turn on whenever indoor humidity exceeds your set point. The dehumidifier draws warm, moist air from the ducts, cools it over an internal coil to condense and drain away water, then reheats and sends the dried air back into the distribution plenum. Your furnace, A/C, and blower continue to operate normally—no separate air pathways are needed.
Will installation require major ductwork changes, and how long does it take?
In most Blaine homes, we can install a dehumidifier in a half-day visit with only minor duct alterations. We cut two small collars into the existing return and supply trunks, connect the unit with insulated flex duct, run a low-voltage control wire to your thermostat or new wall humidistat, and route a condensate line to the nearest floor drain or condensate pump. Because the equipment sits next to your furnace, there’s no disruption to finished living spaces.
How do I know what size dehumidifier my home needs?
Proper sizing is based on square footage, typical occupancy, basement moisture levels, and local outdoor design humidity for the Blaine area. During your free estimate, our technician measures your home, reviews indoor moisture problems, and calculates the required pints-per-day removal rate using ACCA Manual Zr guidelines. Most 2,000–3,500 sq ft homes in Anoka County require a 70–95 pint whole-home unit, but larger or heavily finished basements may call for 120-pint capacity.
What maintenance will I need to perform after installation?
Whole-home dehumidifiers are low-maintenance. Replace or clean the internal air filter every 6–12 months (we can include it in your spring HVAC tune-up), keep the condensate drain clear, and vacuum around the cabinet to prevent dust buildup. The refrigeration system is sealed, so no refrigerant recharge is normally needed. We recommend an annual professional inspection to verify coil cleanliness, fan balance, and proper humidity sensor calibration.
Will running a dehumidifier increase my energy bills?
A dehumidifier uses electricity, but most homeowners in Blaine see little or no net increase. By lowering indoor humidity, you can raise your summer thermostat setting 2–3 °F and still feel just as cool, cutting A/C run time. Removing excess moisture also reduces the load on your air conditioner’s coil, improving its efficiency. Over the heating season, drier air feels warmer, allowing similar thermostat setbacks. Many customers report overall energy savings along with the comfort and health benefits.