Indoor Environment
Indoor Environment | Dehumidifier Installation | Heating and Air Conditioning | Jellico
Jellico’s steamy summers and damp mountain winters can turn any house into a breeding ground for mold, odors, and sticky discomfort. HEP’s Indoor Environment Heating and Air Conditioning team solves the problem at its source, tailoring professional dehumidifier installation that blends seamlessly with your existing HVAC equipment. Our local, licensed technicians size each unit to your square footage, optimize airflow for every room, and fine-tune humidity levels so you breathe cleaner, healthier air year-round.
Beyond greater comfort, the right moisture control protects hardwood floors, electronics, and even your energy bill—drier air feels cooler in summer and warmer in winter, letting your system run less. From prompt estimates to spotless cleanup, HEP delivers the trustworthy service Jellico homeowners count on. Reclaim your fresh, balanced indoor climate today; one visit is all it takes to feel the difference tomorrow.
FAQs
Why would a Jellico homeowner need a whole-home dehumidifier when the air conditioner already removes moisture?
During Jellico’s long, muggy summers your A/C does remove some humidity, but it is engineered first for cooling—not moisture control. When outdoor dew points hover in the 70s, the A/C often short-cycles and shuts off before enough water vapor is condensed out. A dedicated dehumidifier keeps indoor relative humidity in the ideal 45–50 % range even when the thermostat set-point is satisfied, preventing mold, dust-mite growth, wood swelling, and that sticky feeling many residents notice in late spring and early fall.
How is a whole-home dehumidifier installed with my existing HVAC system?
We tie the dehumidifier into your home’s supply or return ductwork so it can treat all conditioned air, not just one room. The unit has its own blower that draws humid air through an internal coil, condenses moisture into a drain line, and then sends the drier air back into the duct system. A dedicated control panel or smart thermostat manages both the A/C and dehumidifier so they do not run against each other. All wiring is handled in the HVAC closet or mechanical room, and the condensate is routed to the same drain as your air handler or to an outdoor discharge.
What size or capacity dehumidifier should I install?
Capacity is measured in pints of water removed per day. We perform a load calculation that factors in your home’s square footage, ceiling height, typical occupancy, infiltration rate, and average Jellico summer dew points. Most single-family homes in Campbell County need a 70–120 pint model, but larger or heavily insulated houses may require 130 pint units. An oversized unit wastes energy, while an undersized one runs continuously and still leaves air clammy, so the sizing visit is essential.
How long does a professional installation take and will it disrupt my household?
A standard retrofit takes 3–5 hours. We arrive with drop cloths, protect attic or crawl-space access, cut minimal openings in existing ductwork, and seal all joints with mastic. Because the new unit is pre-wired and pre-piped at our shop, on-site fabrication is limited. Your HVAC system will be off for roughly 30 minutes while we make the final connections, so indoor comfort is barely affected. Most homeowners are surprised how quickly we’re done and cleaned up.
What maintenance will the dehumidifier need after installation?
1) Replace or clean the internal air filter every 3-6 months. 2) Pour a cup of vinegar or condensate drain cleaner into the drain line twice a year to prevent algae buildup. 3) Have our technician inspect the coil, blower wheel, and humidity controls during your regular spring HVAC tune-up. That’s it—no separate annual service call is usually required, and the filter is accessible from a door on the unit cabinet.
Will adding a dehumidifier increase my energy bill?
Most clients see overall energy use stay flat or even drop. By removing latent (moisture) load, the dehumidifier lets you raise the thermostat 2–3 °F and still feel comfortable, trimming A/C runtime. Modern whole-home units draw only 4–7 amps—about the same as a box fan. The typical Jellico homeowner saves 5–12 % on cooling costs while enjoying better comfort, fewer musty odors, and reduced risk of mold and structural damage.