Summer has arrived here in Rhode Island, bringing the scorching heat and humidity with it. While traditional air conditioners can help keep you cool throughout warmer months, they only offer minimal relief from high levels of humidity. If you’re looking for a reliable way to both cool down your home and provide superior humidity control, consider installing a heat pump or mini split system.
CARJON has been helping homeowners statewide with all of their heating & cooling needs since 1989, and can help you live in a world of total comfort with our high-performance heat pump installation services.
How Summer Humidity Leads to Comfort Issues
Summer humidity is more than just an annoyance; it can significantly affect your comfort and health. High humidity levels can make the air feel warmer than it actually is, leading to a phenomenon known as the "heat index." This can cause you to feel hot, sweaty, and uncomfortable, even when the temperature isn't very high. Excessive moisture in the air can also contribute to indoor air quality issues, such as mold growth and dust mites, which can aggravate allergies and respiratory problems.
In addition to the comfort issues, high humidity can impact your home’s structure and furnishings. Wood can warp, paint can peel, and electronic devices can suffer damage. This is why managing indoor humidity is crucial, not only for personal comfort but for maintaining the integrity of your home as well.
Heat Pumps: Reliable Cooling & Humidity Control
Heat pumps are an efficient, all-electric, and versatile solution for managing both temperature and humidity levels in your home. Unlike traditional air conditioners, which primarily focus on lowering the air temperature, heat pumps are designed to extract heat and moisture from the indoor air, providing comprehensive cooling and dehumidification.
Heat pumps offer a wide range of summer benefits for Rhode Island homeowners, including:
- Efficient Dehumidification: Heat pumps remove excess moisture from the air, reducing humidity levels and making your home feel cooler and more comfortable.
- Energy Savings: By efficiently managing both temperature and humidity, heat pumps can lower your energy bills compared to traditional air conditioning systems.
- Improved Air Quality: Lower humidity levels help prevent the growth of mold and dust mites, contributing to better indoor air quality and a healthier living environment.
- Consistent Comfort: Heat pumps provide steady and consistent cooling, eliminating the temperature fluctuations that often occur with other systems.
Expert Cooling Services in Rhode Island
As a home performance contractor in Providence, RI, CARJON specializes in the installation and maintenance of heat pumps and ductless heat pumps. Our team is dedicated to helping you achieve optimal comfort in your home throughout the summer with a wide range of services, including:
- Professional Installation: Our experienced technicians ensure that your heat pump or mini split system is right-sized and installed correctly for maximum efficiency and performance.
- Maintenance & Repairs: We offer comprehensive maintenance services and prompt repairs on HVAC systems of all makes and models. You can also enroll in a maintenance agreement that includes annual tune-ups, discounts on repairs, and more.
- Home Comfort Services - Whether you want to eliminate pollutants in your air, get zoned heating & cooling, or install ventilation, CARJON takes a whole-home approach to improving comfort.
