Excess Moisture
Excess Moisture | Dehumidifier Installation | Heating and Air Conditioning | Coalmont
Living in Coalmont means soaking in mountain views, but it can also mean soaking up more humidity than your home—or your HVAC system—should handle. Excess moisture invites mold, mildew, and musty odors while making every room feel warmer than it is. HEP’s seasoned technicians zero in on those hidden damp spots, fine-tune your heating and cooling equipment, and match you with a whole-home dehumidifier that quietly restores the perfect balance of comfort and air quality. You’ll breathe easier, your energy bills will lighten up, and even your furniture and flooring will last longer.
From the first humidity reading to the final walkthrough, we make the entire dehumidifier installation process effortless. Appointment reminders, clear pricing, and a satisfaction guarantee mean you never have to sweat the details—literally. Let HEP button up your Coalmont home so you can enjoy crisp, clean air all year round.
FAQs
Why is excess moisture a common issue in Coalmont homes?
Coalmont’s warm summers and frequent rainfall create high outdoor humidity, which seeps into basements, crawl spaces, and living areas. Because many local homes are built on slab or crawl-space foundations, ground moisture can also migrate indoors. Without proper ventilation or a dedicated dehumidifier, indoor relative humidity often exceeds the recommended 30–50 %, leading to musty odors, mold growth, and discomfort.
How does installing a whole-home dehumidifier improve HVAC performance?
A whole-home dehumidifier pulls moisture from the air before it circulates through your supply ducts, allowing your air conditioner to focus on sensible (temperature) cooling rather than latent (moisture) load. Lower indoor humidity makes 75 °F feel cooler, so you can raise the thermostat 2–3 degrees and still feel comfortable. This reduces AC run time, cuts energy consumption by up to 15 %, and extends equipment life.
What are the signs that I need a dehumidifier rather than just running my AC longer?
• Persistent condensation on windows or ductwork • Musty or moldy smells in closets, basements, or crawl spaces • Visible mold spots on walls or ceilings • Warped wood floors or sticking doors • Indoor humidity readings above 55 % RH on a hygrometer Running the AC longer may lower the thermostat but won’t adequately remove moisture; a dehumidifier is designed specifically for that task.
How do you determine the right dehumidifier size for my home?
During an in-home assessment we measure square footage, ceiling height, and current humidity levels, then inspect moisture sources (crawl space, basement, attic). We calculate the required pint-per-day removal capacity using ACCA Manual P guidelines. For example, a 2,000 sq ft Coalmont home with moderate moisture typically needs a 70–90 pint unit, while homes with crawl-space moisture or finished basements may require 95–120 pint systems.
What is involved in the installation process and how long does it take?
1. Site evaluation and load calculation (1–2 hours) 2. Selection of a compatible whole-home or basement unit 3. Placement in the HVAC air-return plenum or a dedicated duct loop 4. Condensate drain line run to a sump pump or exterior outlet 5. Electrical connection to a dedicated 120 V or 240 V circuit 6. Calibration of humidistat and homeowner orientation Most installations in Coalmont are completed in 4–6 hours and require no major structural changes.
What maintenance does a dehumidifier need and what costs can I expect?
Whole-home units need an annual coil cleaning, filter replacement every 6–12 months, and condensate line check. We offer a maintenance plan for about $12–15 per month that covers these tasks and extends the manufacturer’s 5-year warranty to 10 years. Typical energy cost to run a properly sized unit in Coalmont is $15–25 per month, which is often offset by lower AC usage and reduced mold-remediation expenses.