Anyone who has spent much time in Kansas City knows how uncomfortable the humidity can be. But many people may not realize that high levels of humidity can also wreak havoc on your home as well as your health.
Banish Summer Humidity with a Whole House Dehumidifier
Summers in Kansas City are notoriously hot, with temperatures often reaching into the triple digits. And this summer has been no exception. But with all of the rain Kansas City has received recently, the humidity levels have skyrocketed, making the weather even more miserable than usual. While you can’t do much to make the outdoor air more tolerable, you can …
Combating Humidity is Crucial to Surviving Kansas City Summers
Anyone who has spent any time in Kansas City in the summer knows the weather can be brutal. Temperatures often reach the triple digits, and with the high humidity, the heat index reaches even higher. The recent extreme summer weather we’ve experienced has been no exception. While the high temperatures can be uncomfortable, the high humidity is the real trouble …
Avoid These Common Humidifier Installation Mistakes by Hiring a Pro
Adding a whole-house humidifier to your home’s forced-air heating system can improve comfort levels, lower heating bills and preserve your home, as long as you avoid these humidifier installation mistakes. Being aware of these nuances can help you make an informed decision about the system you select and install. Improper Sizing Just as your HVAC system needs to be accurately sized for your …
Easy Ways to Test for Humidity in Your Kansas City Home
Humidity that’s either too low or too high can create problems for a home’s structure and foundation. Excessively high humidity can lead to mold problems and a home environment that feels uncomfortably stuffy. In contrast, excessively low humidity results in static shocks, as well as dehydration, skin and health problems. There are easy ways to test for humidity in your home. One method is to …
9 Ways to Know When it’s Time to Replace Your Air Conditioner
If your air conditioning system has recently broken down or if it’s just not keeping you as cool as it used to even after performing routine maintenance, it might be worth replacing the whole unit instead of wasting money and time repairing it. Following is a handy guide of factors that may indicate you should replace your air conditioner (usually, …
Spring Clean All Over: Schedule Your Seasonal HVAC Maintenance
When it’s time for your annual spring cleaning, it’s important to do a thorough job. Dusting indoors and cleaning out your garage simply aren’t enough. Schedule seasonal HVAC maintenance and ensure your home gets the overall cleaning it deserves to run as efficiently as possible.
5 Reasons Your Home Could Benefit from a Dehumidifier this Summer
High levels of humidity in your Greater Kansas City area home reduces your indoor air quality. Excessive moisture makes the air feel sticky and unpleasant, especially during the summer months. A dehumidifier can help reduce humidity levels and improve the overall comfort level of your home.
Maintaining Ideal Humidity In Your Home All Winter Long
The minute you turn your furnace on, the air starts to dry and it’s hard to maintain an ideal humidity level in your home, which should range from 30 to 45 percent in the winter. Eventually, the air dries so much that it may adversely affect your health as well as the wooden fixtures and furniture in your home. Unless you have …
Your Kansas Home: Time For A Dehumidification System?
As we know all too well, the relative humidity in Kansas and Missouri can get pretty high, during the late spring and summer months. When the weather gets hot and muggy, you may consider getting some form of dehumidification to make your home feel more comfortable. But comfort isn’t the only issue at stake. If your home’s humidity levels are above 50 percent, mold, …
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