Birmingham, AL, is well-known for hot, sunny weather as well as excessive humidity… When I relocated to the area, I knew that air conditioning would quickly become a priority… Until then, I’d always lived along the northern border of the country! Although I’d moved around a lot, I’d never strayed from those areas that require heating as well as a snow shovel for the majority of the year! The winters were long, freezing cold as well as kept me mostly indoors. Air conditioning was considered a luxury rather than a necessity! Living in Birmingham, I hide indoors during the summers to escape the oppressive heat as well as look forward to the cooler conditions of winter; I’ve discovered that high humidity is more than sticky as well as uncomfortable. It can cause health problems as well as harm to home furnishings. A tepid as well as moist environment is ideal for growing mold as well as mildew, however bacteria, viruses, dust mites as well as cockroaches thrive in that type of climate. Wood furnishings, such as musical instruments, antiques, doors as well as floors are in danger of swelling as well as warping. An abundance of humidity can be blamed for headaches, congestion, difficulty sleeping as well as lethargy. While the air conditioner helps with the moisture, it isn’t satisfactory. I decided to invest into a whole-home dehumidifier. Installed into the central cooling system, the dehumidifier pulls moisture from the air as it travels through. It ensures recommended humidity levels at all times. Because of the dehumidifier, the apartment feels cooler at a higher temperature control setting, saving money on weekly electric bills. Less wear as well as tear on the air conditioner supports greater longevity as well as reliability. The dehumidifier runs quietly as well as requires only annual upkeep. I have it ran tests on along with the air conditioner every Spring.