Soaring humidity levels on a balmy summers evening are frequently the cause of discomfort when sleeping and also 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. Electrical items can become damaged and irrepairable and dangerous, any metals in the house may rust, mold, mildew and fungus may start to grow and thus cause a nasty musty odor.
The most preferrable humidity level is somewhere between 40-50%. 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 numerous makes and models exist. many manufacturers tell you what size room they have designed it for but atcually as humidity levels differ so much it is not really a very good way to decide which dehumidifier you should buy.
A better question to answer would be: “Roughly how much moisture do I need to take out of 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. After you have determined what amount of water each day you would like to be removed then you are far better able to find the home dehumidifier that suits your needs.
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. If however the problem is not that severe and just occasional then clearly a smaller home dehumidifier would be more suitable.
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 home dehumidifier that possesses wheels is very helpful especially for the elderly whom may well find it rather difficult to move around otherwise, a sensor for frost then will disconnect the machine when it gets too cold is an excellent precaution to take if it shall be placed in a basement area. 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.
Not only dehumidifiers help you sleep well…recent studies says dehumdifiers are really helpful for asthma patients!!