Humidifiers & Dehumidifiers |
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Finding the right balance of air moisture can make a big difference in your comfort. Too little and you may experience problems such as nosebleeds; too much and your allergy symptoms may worsen. Other than ambient temperature, nothing affects our perception of comfort more than the humidity level.
Tonna Mechanical has the appliances you need to keep your home’s humidity level between 30-60 percent. That’s the range recommended by industry experts. Above or below those levels, you may experience adverse health effects and even damage to your home and belongings.
How can you tell whether you might need a humidifier or dehumidifier for your home? Here are some signs to look for:
Too little humidity:
- You set the thermostat high and have high heating bills, but you still feel cold.
- Paint and plaster is starting to crack while your wallpaper is peeling.
- You encounter continual physical symptoms such as sore throats, dry/itchy skin, nosebleeds or other sinus irritations.
- The wood flooring in your home is shrinking and cracking. Wood furniture is loosing its strength and joints are becoming loose or failing.
- Static shocks are common.
- Musical instruments are falling out of tune.
Too much humidity:
- Damp spots, mold and mildew have formed on ceilings or walls.
- Musty odors are occupying your living space.
- Wood floors, trim and/or furniture is rotting or warping.
- Your skin often feels sticky, sweaty or clammy.
- Your house seems to be a breeding ground for termites, cockroaches and other pests.
- You have noticed condensation, frost or ice forming on the inside surface of your windows.
- Your allergies or asthma have gotten worse.
- Water pipes are "sweating".
Understandably, many people assume they must have “bad” windows. We have found in most instances by controlling humidity through improved ventilation, the problem is resolved. With our long Minnesota winters, improving the Indoor Air Quality while avoiding costly window replacement can be truly a “win-win” situation.
Aprilaire Humidifier - Model 700
The Aprilaire Model 700 Whole-House Humidifier features automatic controls, thus eliminating the need for manual operation (though it can be set up for manual control if desired). If you own a larger home and want the best, then the Aprilaire Model 700 Whole-House Humidifier is the right choice for you.
FEATURES
- Outdoor sensor for monitoring even the slightest changes in outdoor temperature
- Delivers up to 50% more moisture compared to competitive units
- Are among the highest evaporation capacity humidifiers on the market. (0.75 gallons per hour)
- Humidifies tightly-constructed homes up to 4,200 square feet
Aprilaire By-Pass Humidifier-Model 600
The Aprilaire Model 600 Whole-House Humidifier features truly automatic control, plus a built-in bypass damper, which means fewer parts to install. The bypass damper is conveniently labeled for both summer and winter settings, allowing you to set it for the entire season with no guesswork involved. The Aprilaire Model 600 Whole-House Humidifier is simply the best performing bypass humidifier on the market.
FEATURES
- The quality and benefits you expect from Aprilaire Humidifiers
- Delivers up to 50% more moisture compared to competitive units
- An evaporation capacity of 0.70 gallons per hour
- Humidifies tightly-constructed homes up to 4,000 square feet
Aprilaire Evaporation Humidifier-Model 400
The Aprilaire Model 400 Whole-House Humidifier is the newest addition to the extensive line of Aprilaire Humidifiers and may be the perfect choice for your home. The Aprilaire Model 400 Whole-House Humidifier features a integrated bypass damper and utilizes new evaporative technology to minimize the amount of water used. Gravity draws water down, while the wicking action of the Water Panel® pulls it back to the top, using 100% of the water delivered to the unit.
FEATURES
- Eliminates standing water, making it the perfect choice for homes with septic systems, locations where a floor drain is not available or families interested in water conservation
- Features truly automatic control
- Has an evaporation capacity of 0.70 gallons per hour
- Humidifies tightly-constructed homes up to a 4,000 square feet
