Humidifiers: Damp out

Reviewed by:
The Old House Web

Homeowners often resort to cranking up the air conditioner to remove excess moisture from super-insulated homes, but this manufacturer says the best answer is a dehumidifier. The automatic Model 1700 removes the right amount of moisture without making the home uncomfortably cold. There are no tanks to empty or controls to fiddle with like portable units.

The dehumidifier automatically manages moisture based on changing conditions, and has a feature that allows you to switch between whole-home and localized (basement/crawl space) dehumidification automatically. Optional, built-in ventilation and fan cycling delivers fresh outside air.