After a long winter, most people welcome the warmer months with enthusiasm. However, as the summer progresses, the humidity may have you fantasizing about the fall. Luckily, you can control both the moisture level and the temperature in your home. By installing a dehumidifier, you’ll enjoy these three benefits.

How Can a Dehumidifier Help in the Summer?

1. Improved Indoor Air Quality

During the summer, your children and pets may spend more time outside, tracking in a significant amount of dirt, pollen, and bacteria. As these particles enter your home, they’ll circulate throughout your HVAC system, clinging to the humid air. By removing excess moisture from your indoor air supply, you can keep allergy and asthma symptoms at bay and breathe easier overall. 

2. Eliminate Mold Growth

In addition to making you feel unwell, moist air creates the ultimate breeding ground for fungi. If allowed in your home, it will combine with bacteria, viruses and dust mites, leading to mold and mildew growth. This could create an unpleasant smell throughout your home, as well as make you feel fatigued. If mold spores continue to proliferate, you might have to pay for expensive mold removal services, or the resale value of your home could decrease.

3. Lower Energy Consumption

The more moisture that is present in your indoor air supply, the warmer the air will feel. That means, even if your HVAC system is keeping your home at a cool 70 degrees, it could still feel muggy. As a result, you’ll turn up the thermostat, forcing your air conditioner to work overtime. By removing the moisture with a dehumidifier, you can reduce the strain on your HVAC unit, lowering energy consumption and utility costs.

If you’re interested in enjoying the advantages of a dehumidifier, get in touch with Wilson Heating & Cooling of Lexington, SC. They have over 40 years of experience helping clients stay cool and dry during the summer. Since they work seven days a week, you never have to wait for service. For more information on their HVAC services, visit the website. You can also call (803) 996-3322 to speak with a staff member about dehumidifiers.