Aprilaire Dehumidifiers
Energy-efficient whole home dehumidifiers
Aprilaire dehumidifiers are affiliated with Research Products Corporation, which has been in business over 60 years. Aprilaire recently became affiliated with the DRI-STEEM Humidifier Company from Minnesota, although Aprilaire has its own brands of dehumidifiers. Research Products Corporation has a broad presence in the HVAC industry and a vested interest in maintaining quality. They work with the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and ARI before going to the manufacturing stages.
This has three important effects:
- It ensures that products are state of the art for consumers.
- It makes the products better for the environment.
- It ensures their technology is current, with ongoing improvements.
Aprilaire manufactures fine whole home dehumidification systems which can prevent mold, dust mites and sick house syndromes as well as help your family feel better and breathe better. Aprilaire’s 1700 model, whole home dehumidifier system can control humidity differently in each room as opposed to some systems which extract the same moisture from all rooms at once, leaving some rooms too dry and others too wet. This dehumidifier unit is perfect for damp basements all year round because you can isolate the basement only.
The Aprilaire 1700 saves energy by only running when it is needed (or you can switch to manual override), plus it is Energy Star rated. This whole home dehumidification system purports to remove 50% more water per kilowatt hour than other dehumidifiers, including portable dehumidification systems. It has to be installed by a dealer.
Other benefits of Aprilaire’s 1700 whole home dehumidification system are:
- Optional improved ventilation by getting more outside air inside.
- Built-in fan cycling.
- Flexible installation options. If your house is older, this system is likely compatible.
- An easy-to-read and program Aprilaire 70 humidistat which shows the relative humidity of your room
- Air filter that only needs replacing once a year.
- Limited 2-year warranty.
Aside from whole home dehumidifier systems, Aprilaire also manufactures humidifiers, thermostats, air cleaners, ventilation products and carbon monoxide detectors.
