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HVAC System | Dehumidifier Installation | Heating and Air Conditioning | Philadelphia

When summer humidity hits Philadelphia, even a perfectly cooled home can feel sticky and uncomfortable. HEP’s certified HVAC specialists tailor dehumidifier installation to your house’s square footage, existing ductwork, and lifestyle, removing excess moisture before it circulates through your vents. The result is cleaner indoor air, lower utility bills, and a cooling system that no longer has to over-work in muggy conditions—meaning fewer breakdowns and more money in your pocket.

From the first on-site evaluation to the final test run, we handle every step with transparent pricing and prompt, respectful service. Customers across Center City, Manayunk, and the Main Line trust our family-owned team for 24/7 support, industry-leading warranties, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Ready to reclaim crisp, breathable comfort all year long? Call, click, or swing by our Philadelphia office today and discover why neighbors say, “It’s not just HVAC, it’s HEP comfort.”

FAQs

Why should I add a whole-house dehumidifier to my HVAC system in Philadelphia?

Philadelphia’s climate has hot, muggy summers and damp shoulder seasons. High indoor humidity (anything above 50 %) can make your home feel warmer, promote mold growth, aggravate allergies, and cause wood flooring or furniture to swell. A whole-house dehumidifier tied into your heating and air-conditioning ductwork removes excess moisture automatically, improving comfort, protecting your home’s structure, and allowing you to raise the thermostat a few degrees without feeling sticky—often lowering cooling costs.

How does a dehumidifier integrate with my existing heating and air-conditioning equipment?

During installation, our technicians cut a small bypass into your supply and return ducts and insert the dehumidifier so that part of the airstream is routed through the unit. Moist air passes over a cold coil inside the dehumidifier, where water condenses and is drained away. The dried, slightly warmed air is then delivered back into the supply plenum and distributed throughout the home. A dedicated controller or your compatible smart thermostat monitors indoor relative humidity and tells the dehumidifier when to run, independent of the HVAC system’s heating or cooling cycles. No extra registers or wall space are required.

What size or capacity dehumidifier will my Philadelphia home need?

Capacity is expressed in pints of water removed per day. A typical 2,000–2,500 sq ft rowhome with moderate moisture issues usually needs a 70–90 pint unit, while larger single-family homes or properties with finished basements may require 120–130 pint models. We perform a detailed load calculation that factors in square footage, ceiling height, infiltration rate, number of occupants, and basement conditions to recommend a properly sized unit. Oversizing wastes energy, while undersizing leaves humidity problems unsolved.

Will installing a dehumidifier reduce energy consumption or utility bills?

In many cases, yes. Lower indoor humidity lets you raise the cooling setpoint 2–3 °F while feeling the same comfort, trimming air-conditioner run time. Because the dehumidifier’s heat of condensation is reintroduced as warm, dry air, your AC compressor works less hard to reach set temperature. Homeowners commonly see 5–15 % savings on summer electricity usage. In winter, drier air feels cooler, so you may want to keep humidity slightly higher, but the dehumidifier rarely needs to run when outdoor air is cold and dry, so operating costs remain low year-round.

How long does installation take and will it disrupt my home?

A standard retrofit into existing ductwork usually takes 4–6 hours. We schedule a convenient window, protect flooring, and shut off power to the HVAC system before we start. Most of the work occurs in the basement or mechanical room: setting the unit on vibration-isolating pads, making sheet-metal connections, running a condensate drain to a floor drain or condensate pump, and wiring the dedicated control. When finished, we test for proper airflow and humidity set-points. The HVAC system is typically down for less than an hour, and no drywall or finish work is required.

What maintenance does a whole-house dehumidifier require, and will it affect my HVAC warranty?

Maintenance is simple: replace or wash the built-in air filter every 3–6 months, clear the condensate line annually, and have the coil and blower inspected during your regular HVAC tune-up. We include the dehumidifier in our annual service agreements, so there’s no extra appointment needed. The installation does not void your furnace or air-conditioner warranty; we follow manufacturer guidelines and use factory-approved duct connections. Most dehumidifiers carry a 5-year parts warranty, and we guarantee our workmanship for one year.