Excess Moisture
Excess Moisture | Dehumidifier Installation | Heating and Air Conditioning | Philadelphia
Philadelphia’s four-season climate can be beautiful, but the sticky humidity that settles in homes and businesses is anything but charming. HEP’s Excess Moisture Heating & Air Conditioning tackles that muggy menace with expert dehumidifier installation, customizing top-tier units that quietly pull gallons of water from the air while lowering energy bills and protecting furniture, electronics, and even the building’s structure. Our certified technicians size every system precisely to your square footage, slip it seamlessly into existing HVAC setups, and test each component so you breathe cleaner, fresher air from day one.
Customers rave about the transformation—good-bye musty odors, warped woodwork, and clammy discomfort; hello crisp, balanced indoor comfort all year long. From Center City rowhomes to Main Line offices, we schedule around your busy life, arrive on time, and leave every space cleaner than we found it. Ready to reclaim your indoor environment? Call HEP today and feel the immediate difference a professional dehumidifier installation can make.
FAQs
Why is a whole-home dehumidifier important for Philadelphia’s climate?
Philadelphia experiences hot, muggy summers and frequent shoulder-season rainfall. High outdoor humidity infiltrates the home, raising indoor relative humidity above the recommended 45–50 %. Excess moisture can lead to mold growth, musty odors, warped wood, peeling paint, dust-mite proliferation, and heavier cooling loads on your air conditioner. A properly sized, HVAC-integrated dehumidifier continuously pulls moisture from the airstream, stabilizing humidity and protecting both your home and your family’s health.
What signs indicate that I have excess moisture and need a dehumidifier?
Common warning signs include persistent condensation on windows, damp or clammy indoor air, musty smells, visible mold or mildew on walls or ceilings, cupping or buckling hardwood floors, peeling wallpaper or blistering paint, and allergy or asthma flare-ups. If your air-conditioning runtimes are long yet the air still feels sticky, or a portable dehumidifier fills up daily, it is time to consider a whole-home solution.
Can a dehumidifier be added to my existing heating and cooling system?
Yes. Whole-home dehumidifiers are designed to integrate with most forced-air HVAC systems. Our technicians tie the unit into the return or supply plenum, add dedicated ductwork if needed, run a condensate drain to a safe outlet, and connect power and control wiring. The dehumidifier operates in parallel with your air conditioner or independently when only moisture removal is required, all managed by a single thermostat or humidistat.
How is the correct dehumidifier size determined?
Sizing is based on square footage, ceiling height, typical infiltration, occupancy, and existing HVAC performance. We perform an in-home assessment and use ACCA Manual S guidelines to calculate the required moisture removal in pints per day. Undersized units run constantly and never reach setpoint; oversized units short-cycle and waste energy. Proper sizing ensures balanced humidity, quiet operation, and maximum efficiency.
What does professional dehumidifier installation cost in the Philadelphia area?
Pricing varies with capacity, ducting complexity, electrical upgrades, and optional filtration or ventilation add-ons. For most single-family homes, turnkey installation—including equipment, labor, controls, and permits—ranges from $2,000 to $4,500. We provide free in-home estimates, detailed line-item proposals, and flexible financing to fit your budget. Rebates from PECO or manufacturer promotions may lower the final cost.
What maintenance does a whole-home dehumidifier require?
Maintenance is straightforward. Replace or clean the unit’s air filter every 3–6 months, clear the condensate drain annually, and verify the humidistat calibration. During your spring or fall HVAC tune-up we also inspect the evaporator coil, blower, and electrical connections. With proper care, a quality dehumidifier lasts 10–15 years and maintains peak efficiency year-round.