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Basements are not easy to maintain, especially if they’re constricted and narrow. Due to this, most homeowners barely venture into their basement or crawlspace. This is also why they remain unaware of problems in their basement.
One of the biggest basement problems—that puts the structural integrity of your house and your health at grave risk—is humidity!
The solution we suggest is getting a dehumidifier. It not only keeps excess moisture at bay, but also ensures healthy indoor air. Here’s why you need one:
Humidity gives birth to mold
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, when excess humidity is ignored for too long, it leads to the formation of mold and mildew. Mold is both allergenic and toxic. As a result, the basement will begin to smell musty and foul. Other than that, mold can also lead to irritation in the eyes, respiratory diseases, and asthma.
As per a study by the World Health Organization, mold buildup is a leading cause of respiratory issues, because it sends up mold spores (seeds) in the air. These spores are allergenic if inhaled. As per another study, the presence of mold has been linked with the prevalence of mental health issues like depression.
Getting a dehumidifier keeps the basement dry and prevents excess humidity from contributing to mold buildup.
Dampness affects your belongings
If you’ve stored food staples, electronics, or expensive upholstery in the basement, you can’t afford to let it fall prey to dampness. Electronics, in particular, can get irreversibly damaged if they’re placed in an atmosphere that has high moisture content. Moisture can also corrode the contacts inside electronics, lower insulation resistance. This may lead to short circuits.
Dampness is particularly harmful to wooden objects. When there is too much moisture in the air, porous materials like fabrics and wood absorb it. As a result, these wooden items start bending or warping—or even swelling! A dehumidifier makes your items last longer and keeps them safe.
Other benefits
Unlike what most people assume, a dehumidifier is quite easy to operate. The device runs without making too much noise and is not noticeable when it’s functioning.
Other than that, having a dehumidifier means an overall less humid environment. This also minimizes dust inside the house, meaning you won’t have to clean the space as much. As a result, your clothes, curtains, and carpets last longer.
When the air is less humid and cleaner, even the AC unit doesn’t have to work too hard to remove moisture. Less work for the AC unit results in lower operational and energy costs and makes the unit last longer.
If you’re based in Chicago, there’s no better option than Global Heating & Cooling if you need a humidifier installed. We are an HVAC Repair company Chicago that installs and repairs a wide range of heating and cooling systems including Dehumidifier Installation Chicago. You can call us at (773) 801-3734 to learn more.