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Dehumidification
Dehumidification is removing moisture from the air.
Why it matters
Humidity control affects comfort, mold risk, and how well the home feels cooled.
Where people get this wrong
Cool air is not always dry air. A system can hit the temperature target and still feel uncomfortable if humidity stays high.
Real-world example
The thermostat says 72, but your skin feels tacky and the windows fog. The temperature is fine. The humidity is not.
Where this hits your build
This affects comfort, energy costs, and indoor air quality. It gets locked behind drywall, so decisions here need to be right before finishing starts.
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