On a warm summers evening often higher than normal humidity levels will cause a good deal of discomfort and loss of sleep. For this reason for troublesome and sensitive sleepers it is highly recommended that they make use of a home dehumidifier. For some people they might think that this is going a bit too far but take a look at the negative effects of long term excess humidity:
Disrupted sleep patterns, allergy problems surface due to an increase in dust mite populations, damage can be caused to wallpaper, wood finishes and painted surfaces i.e. blistering from condensation that forms inside on water pipes, windows and even on walls in some cases. Metals in the house can also rust, condensation in electrical appliances can cause irreparable damage not to mention danger and finally musty smells can develop and form mould, mildew and fungus which can all be damaging to your health.
The recommended level of humidity is between 40% and 50%. Air dehumidifiers can help maintain those levels twenty four hours a day. However it is not always easy to select a home dehumidifier that is suitable for you. As there are a wide variety of different makes and models on the market. Most manufacturers state what size room a dehumidifier is intended for but in reality because humidity levels vary so much between rooms it is not the best gauge of which dehumidifier you should use.
A more appropriate answer to find would be to the question: “Approximately what is the amount of moisture that I need to remove from the air?”. From this answer you can look at the dehumidifier model/leaflets and find which one removes the most moisture from the air per day, this figure is provided by most manufacturers and is a reasonable guide to go by; although be aware that air temperature and air flow also play a role in the home dehumidifiers abilities. You are much better able to decide upon a suitable home dehumidifier once you have calculated the amount of water per day that you need to remove from the air.
It is also helpful to identify the source of your high humidity, if it is an ongoing problem such as a leaky roof, bad plumbing and so on which cannot be fixed immediately/if ever then you are going to need a more powerful home dehumidifier. However if the problem turns out to be not as bad as that then of course a smaller home dehumidifier may be more than adequate.
Furthermore here are a few features to look out for if you decide to purchase a air dehumidifier:
A continuous drainage feature will mean you don’t have to keep emptying the tank, or at least ensure that there is an auto-switch off mechanism to prevent it from flooding. Purchasing a dehumidifier with a frost sensor is sensible if it shall be used in a basement area prone to freezing and getting one with wheels will allow elderly people to move it around more easily also. Low noise levels are very important especially if it is to be used in your bedroom and it is worth checking in the shop before getting it home as to how noisy it is, furthermore an air filter will ensure allergy sufferers aren’t adversely effected by the air flow and suffering unduly.
Considering all of the above factors and purchasing an air dehumidifier (ebac dehumidifiers are recommended) should enable you to maintain suitable levels of humidity that won’t interfere with you sleep patterns and ensure you are comfortable at night.
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