Excess Moisture
Excess Moisture | Dehumidifier Installation | Heating and Air Conditioning | Delano
When Delano’s summer humidity creeps inside, it can leave your home feeling muggy, musty, and uncomfortable. HEP’s trusted HVAC team specializes in precision dehumidifier installation, seamlessly integrating industry-leading equipment with your existing heating and air system. Our certified technicians assess moisture levels room by room, recommend the right-sized unit, and install it with minimal disruption—so you can breathe cleaner air, protect wooden floors and furniture, and finally say goodbye to sticky indoor heat.
From the first phone call to our post-installation humidity check, we’re committed to five-star service backed by a 100 % satisfaction guarantee. Let HEP transform your Delano home into the dry, healthy retreat you’ve always wanted, while lowering the strain on your AC and trimming your energy bills. Schedule your dehumidifier installation today and feel the immediate difference in comfort, air quality, and peace of mind.
FAQs
Why would a home in Delano need a whole-house dehumidifier when our summers are already hot and dry?
While outdoor summer air in Delano can be dry, indoor humidity levels often rise because of everyday activities such as cooking, showering, and running evaporative coolers. Newer, tightly built homes trap this moisture, leading to window condensation, musty odors, and mold growth. A whole-house dehumidifier integrated with your HVAC system removes excess moisture automatically, keeping indoor relative humidity in the ideal 40-50 % range all year.
How is a whole-house dehumidifier installed in my existing heating and air-conditioning system?
Our technicians cut a small section into your existing supply and return ductwork to mount the dehumidifier cabinet. The unit draws moist air from the return side, removes water over a cooling coil, then sends the dried air back into the supply plenum to be distributed through your vents. A dedicated condensate drain line is routed to a floor drain or condensate pump. Installation typically takes 4-6 hours and does not require major renovation or extra electrical circuits for most homes.
Will a dehumidifier increase my energy bills?
A whole-house dehumidifier consumes electricity, but most homeowners see little to no net increase in utility costs. Lower indoor humidity makes the air feel cooler, allowing you to raise the thermostat by 2-3 °F without sacrificing comfort. Your air conditioner then runs less often, offsetting much of the dehumidifier’s power use. In many cases, customers report overall energy savings, especially during shoulder seasons when the AC would otherwise cycle frequently just to remove moisture.
How do I know what size dehumidifier my house needs?
Proper sizing is based on square footage, ceiling height, typical indoor moisture load, and existing HVAC capacity. During a free in-home evaluation, our technician measures the home, checks for moisture sources, and uses ACCA Manual D/Manual S guidelines to calculate the required pint-per-day removal rate. Most Delano homes require units rated between 70 and 120 pints per day, but basements or large multi-story homes may need higher-capacity models or multiple units.
What maintenance does a whole-house dehumidifier require after installation?
Maintenance is straightforward: 1) Replace or clean the dehumidifier’s air filter every 3-6 months (coincides with HVAC filter changes). 2) Ensure the condensate drain line remains clear; we install an inline clean-out and recommend a quick flush once a year. 3) Have the refrigeration coil and blower inspected and cleaned during your annual HVAC tune-up. With routine care, quality units last 10-15 years.
Can the dehumidifier help with allergy or mold problems in my Delano home?
Yes. Mold spores, dust mites, and many allergens thrive when indoor relative humidity exceeds 60 %. By keeping humidity at 40-50 %, a whole-house dehumidifier starves these organisms of the moisture they need, reducing growth on walls, furnishings, and in ductwork. Customers often notice fewer allergy symptoms, less musty odor, and improved indoor air quality within weeks of installation.