Dallas Whole House Dehumidifiers

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Whole house dehumidifiers help to eliminate that "musty smell in house" that some homes suffer from. Of course it could also be a sign of a need for crawl space insulation, but the experts at Kozy Services can help you pinpoint the exact problem.

All homes need humidity control, especially in the Dallas Texas area. Kozy Services has a solution for every size home. From our compact 65-pint unit, perfect for townhomes, condominiums and homes with a closet HVAC system, all the way up to our 135-pint unit for homes that are 4,000 square feet or more. We can provide every homeowner the whole-home protection and performance of central dehumidification.

Air conditioning alone can't satisfy your home's humidity requirements. Your air conditioning system is designed to control temperature, not humidity, and only removes humidity as a byproduct of cooling. During the spring and fall seasons when it's still cool outside but damp inside, your air conditioning isn't running and your house is uncomfortable - you need an Aprilaire Whole House Dehumidifier installed by the experts at Kozy Services.

Protection and Energy Savings While You're Not Home

For part-time residents, or if you're traveling, it's important to control the growth of mold and mildew by maintaining proper humidity levels while you're away and your home is closed for long periods to prevent that musty smell in your house. Why pay for overcooling to protect your home when you're not even there? Simply raising your temperature to 85 degrees and setting your dehumidifier to 59%RH can help you save up to 44% on your energy bills*. A high-capacity central dehumidifier provides you with continuous and energy-efficient protection while you're away.

How does it work?

Installed as part of your home's heating and cooling system, Aprilaire central dehumidifiers pull air from every room in your home through the return air ducts. It removes the moisture and then sends dry air back throughout your home. It works in conjunction with your air conditioner to efficiently balance the humidity levels in your home, but can also work independently on days when you don't need the air conditioner.

An Aprilaire Whole-House Dehumidifier works equally well in new or existing homes, and is truly the complete solution for your home's excess indoor humidity problems.

Why do you need a Whole House Dehumidifier?

• Do you have trouble sleeping at night due to clammy skin or stuffiness in the air?
• Have you ever reduced the temperature setting because you're uncomfortable with the stuffy feeling?
• Have your floors or other surfaces ever felt sticky or "sweaty"?
• Are you concerned with mold and mildew growth in your home?
• Do you have musty odors or smells in any area of your home?
• Do you have condensation on your water pipes?
• Have you seen wet stains on walls or ceilings?
• Do you or a family member have allergies (over-moist air can encourage the growth of mold, bacteria, and dust mites-three commonly known household allergens).

Experiencing any of the above conditions can make sleeping and even daily activities in your home miserable - plus some conditions can be hazardous to your family's health or your household furnishings.

FACT:Did you know that dust mites (and their waste products) are one of the most common triggers for allergies and asthma? The Environmental Protection Agency advises keeping the relative humidity in your home between 30-50% to avoid dust mite infestation.

"Molds are commonly found in outdoor air. However, any house can develop a mold problem given the right conditions. You might not see it growing on the walls, but it may still be present in your home. Molds require two factors to grow indoors: (1) free moisture that can occur in the form of relative humidity above 50 percent, leakage from pipes or foundations, or any ongoing source of water, and (2) something to grow on."

Whole Home Musty Smell Protection

Portable dehumidifiers treat the air in just one room. To properly control health, comfort and preservation throughout your home, you would need to purchase a portable dehumidifier for every room. In this situation, you would consume more electricity than necessary. A more efficient solution is to have a single, whole-home central dehumidifier installed as part of your home's central heating and air conditioning system.

Aprilaire Whole Home Dehumidifiers are located out-of-sight and out of your way with quiet operation, hassle-free maintenance and up to 4 times more energy efficiency than the leading portable dehumidifiers! The most efficient and safe way to rid your home of excess humidity is the Aprilaire Whole-Home Dehumidifier installed by the experts here at Kozy Services.

"Elevated relative humidity at a surface-70 per cent or higher-can lead to problems with mold, corrosion, decay and other moisture related deterioration...An elevated relative humidity in carpet and within fabrics can lead to dust mite infestation and mildew (mildew is mold growing on fabrics)."

Whether you're updating your home to be more healthy, energy-efficient and sustainable or you're building a new green-certified home, Kozy Services installs a complete line of innovative products designed to improve the quality of indoor air that you breathe throughout your home.

Aprilaire dehumidifiers help by removing excess moisture and reducing the damage that mildew and mold can have on the sustainability of your home and the health of your family. Central Dehumidifiers help qualify your home for the Green-Built Certification Program of the National Association of Home Builders.

Core Benefits

Every Aprilaire product we install provides important key benefits for your family and home.

Health

Allergens like molds thrive in relative humidity conditions above 60%, leading to a variety of aliments including asthma, allergies and respiratory infections. Dust mites, the leading cause of allergies, thrive in little as 50% relative humidity. Aprilaire high capacity central dehumidifiers offer you protection from the spread of mold and other allergens.

Comfort

It's easy to identify those hot and sticky days when your home is unbearable without a central air conditioner. But there are also key times of the year when humidity levels are high enough to make you feel uncomfortable, even at moderate temperatures when the air conditioner is not running. Days when:

• The temperature is at the thermostat set point or below, but you still feel uncomfortable.
• You get a clammy feeling or suffer from sleepless or restless nights.
• You use blankets to keep warm in the middle of the summer.

Only a dedicated dehumidifier can effectively reduce excess moisture without overcooling your home - and you!

Protection

Molds thrive in high humidity conditions. Wood floorings, cabinets and furniture also suffer from warping and structural damage. Remove the worry and protect your home with an Aprilaire dehumidifier that guards against excess moisture. Never again touch a surface in your home that is wet with condensation - a breeding ground for mold.

Energy Savings

By using a dedicated central dehumidifier along with air conditioning, you can save up to 25% of your annual energy costs. The dehumidifier removes moisture from the air while the air conditioner removes the heat. Simply increase your thermostat by 3 degrees, set your dehumidifier to 59% RH, and be more comfortable! Never again will you over-air condition your home to remove moisture from your indoor air.

Call us today at (972) 276-2544 for a free estimate or for a free in-home assessment of your home humidity levels! We are your Dallas whole house dehumidifier experts!