Excess Moisture
Excess Moisture | Dehumidifier Installation | Heating and Air Conditioning | Luttrell
Feeling sticky inside your Luttrell home even when the A/C is running? Excess moisture can warp wood floors, invite mold, and make every room feel warmer than it really is. HEP’s team pinpoints the source of that clammy air and solves it with expert dehumidifier installation, seamlessly integrating a high-performance unit into your existing HVAC system so you breathe crisp, balanced air year-round.
From the initial humidity assessment to the final walkthrough, our technicians treat your space with the care it deserves, ensuring quiet operation, energy savings, and long-term protection for your belongings. Say goodbye to musty odors and hello to a healthier, more comfortable home—schedule your HEP dehumidifier installation in Luttrell today and enjoy dry, cool peace of mind tomorrow.
FAQs
Why is controlling excess moisture important in Luttrell homes?
East Tennessee’s humid climate means indoor air can routinely exceed the recommended 50–55% relative-humidity range. Excess moisture encourages mold growth, attracts dust mites, warps wood, peels paint, and leaves occupants feeling clammy even when the thermostat is set low. A properly sized dehumidifier protects your family’s health, preserves furnishings, and allows your air-conditioning system to cool more efficiently.
How does a whole-home dehumidifier integrate with my existing HVAC system?
A whole-home unit ties into your return-air ductwork. Humid air is pulled through the dehumidifier, where moisture condenses on refrigerated coils and drains to a condensate line or pump. The dried air is then reheated slightly and delivered back into the supply ductwork. Because it works in parallel with your furnace or air handler, it treats every room uniformly and runs only when indoor humidity exceeds the set point on its dedicated control or your smart thermostat.
What are common signs that I should consider a dehumidifier installation?
Warning signs include persistent musty odors, visible mold or mildew on walls or around registers, foggy windows, cupped hardwood floors, frequent allergy or respiratory flare-ups, and AC cycles that feel cool but sticky. If a hygrometer shows indoor RH above 60% for extended periods, or if your crawl space feels damp, a dehumidifier will likely solve the problem.
How is the correct dehumidifier size determined?
Our technicians perform a load calculation that looks at square footage, ceiling height, typical occupancy, ventilation rate, and moisture sources such as crawl spaces or basements. We then select a unit rated in pints per day (PPD) that can remove slightly more moisture than the calculated maximum load. Sizing matters: an undersized unit runs constantly without reaching set point, while an oversized unit short-cycles and wastes energy.
Will installing a dehumidifier increase my energy bills?
A whole-home dehumidifier uses electricity, but it also reduces the cooling burden on your air conditioner. Drier air feels cooler, allowing you to raise the thermostat 2–3°F without sacrificing comfort. In many homes the AC runs less often, offsetting most of the dehumidifier’s draw. The added benefit of preventing costly moisture damage often makes the investment net-positive over time.
What maintenance does a whole-home dehumidifier require?
Routine care is minimal: replace or clean the air filter every 3–6 months, ensure the condensate drain line remains clear, and have the coils inspected annually during your HVAC tune-up. Our Luttrell maintenance plans include these tasks, plus calibration of the humidistat and verification of duct connections to keep your system operating at peak efficiency.