The importance of a dehumidifier in Spring

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Tis the season of the damp.

Between the melting of the winter snow and the coming of the spring rains, there is a lot of wet associated with this time of year. Inevitably, some of that moisture is going to make its way into your home.

Although that could happen in the form of a flooded basement, this is an extreme scenario. More likely the feel of the air in certain parts of your home will change, feeling cool and clammy. Left untended, this can cause more serious problems over time, not the least of which is the growth of mold, mildew or fungus.

Which is where a dehumidifier steps in. Perhaps not held in the same esteem as the marquee home appliances like fridges and stoves, it is a necessity to keep your home comfortable, dry and safe. Homeowners need a dehumidifier more than they know, and often don’t know how bad they need one until they turn one on and feel the difference.

A dehumidifier in your home will create a pleasant living space (especially for people living with allergies), remove musty odours, control the growth of mildew and mold, reduce condensation, protect furniture and home electronics from moisture and inhibit the growth of dust mites.

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And they are versatile, providing benefits around the home: 

  • Finished Basement — The basement rec room or games room is often a popular hangout. But it is also the room most likely to have a musty odour and clammy feel in the air — which can lead to the growth of mold and mildew behind baseboards and walls. Is there a basement bedroom? Getting into a bed that feels damp is icky. Removing that humid air from the room will make for a more comfortable and peaceful night’s rest.

  • Kitchen — Between filling the sink with hot water to do the dishes, the dishwasher, the refrigerator and the stove, there is a lot of humidity generated in the kitchen. The kitchen also happens to be a popular gathering spot when company stops by. A dehumidifier will pull all that moisture out of the air to keep it comfortable and dry.

  • Bathroom — Exhaust fans do great work to prevent the build-up of condensation in a bathroom, especially when enjoying a hot shower. But what if you have a bathroom without a fan? A dehumidifier does the exact same work, will stop fogging of mirrors and prevent the growth of mildew from condensation settling on the walls and ceiling.

  • Living Room — If you have good windows, chances are your living room is not a source of humidity. However, older windows will leak humid into your home. Place a dehumidifier near the window to maintain a good comfort level in the room.

  • Garage — Whether you actually use your garage to park your car, or it is the catch-all for yard equipment or just a general storage space, you want to protect what is stashed in there. Unlike the rest of your home, a garage is not typically insulated from the outside elements, making it a prime candidate for thick, wet air.

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A dehumidifier is also a necessity at the summer-home-away-from home. It’s nearly cottage-opening season, and anyone who takes that first step inside after a long, unoccupied winter knows it can be quite musty. A dehumidifier quite literally clears the air during cottage opening season.

Hisense has a range of dehumidifiers with capacity to hold between 14 and 33 litres of water and can cover an area up to 1,500 square feet. Find them in store and online at Lowe’s,  Rona and Reno Depot.

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