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An HVAC Technician’s Guide to Humidity

How humidity, dew point, and air temperature interact to create — or prevent — moisture problems

April 20, 2026

Moisture problems show up everywhere in HVAC systems. Knowing how humidity behaves in air can make troubleshooting condensation and comfort issues far easier.

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Smarter IAQ and Ventilation Solutions Debut at AHR Expo

New products emphasize connected humidity control, improved ventilation performance, and contractor-friendly installation

Maria Taylor

March 19, 2026

From whole-home dehumidifiers to high-efficiency ERVs, new IAQ products aim to improve comfort while helping contractors meet evolving ventilation codes.

From Symptoms to Systems: Rethinking Indoor Air Quality in Residential

Real-world IAQ problems — from humidity to ductwork — are reshaping residential strategies

Hannah Belloli-Oster

March 12, 2026

Indoor air quality isn’t just about UV bulbs. It’s about humidity, airflow, filtration, and how well a home’s systems work together. For contractors, that’s shifting how they approach IAQ: no longer as a one-stop shop but rather a whole-home strategy that starts with fundamentals.

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Choosing the Right Whole-House Humidifier

Understanding the technology is key to helping homeowners achieve the best results

Joanna R. Turpin

February 18, 2026

 Dry indoor air affects comfort, health, and homes during heating season. Knowing how whole-house humidifiers work helps contractors match homeowners with the right solution.

Origins of HVAC Were In Humidity Control

The old adage “It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity” actually gave us modern air conditioning

Maria Taylor

January 15, 2026

Heating, cooling, and humidifying air wasn’t new when Willis Carrier came on the scene. What was groundbreaking was the attempt at precise air control in a manufacturing environment.

HVAC Q&A Episode 17: Dehumidification Wiring

HVAC Q&A Episode 17: Wiring Thermostats for Dehumidification

Maria Taylor

December 1, 2025

In this video, Bryan Orr, founder of HVAC School and president of Kalos Services Inc., walks us through the essential wiring and setup requirements to ensure a system properly controls indoor moisture.

Today’s Trends in Humidification

Today’s residential humidifiers save energy, save water, and help clean the air

Matt Jachman

November 3, 2025

Manufacturers say the latest trends in residential humidification products are here to stay.

Tourists Are Demanding Cleaner Air, So What Can the HVAC Industry Do To Help Hotels?

The hospitality industry has range of options when it comes to improving indoor air quality (IAQ)

Dylan Kurt

September 10, 2024

More and more travelers are ranking air quality as an important factor when deciding where to stay — here’s how the HVAC industry can help tip the scales for hotels.

HVAC Products Designed for Indoor Agriculture Offer Precise Climate Control

A growing market

Matt Jachman

July 11, 2024

The manufacturers of HVAC products for indoor farming say their equipment can help optimize growers’ crop yields.

Aiding High Humidity Levels With a Secondary Dehumidification System

Without proper dehumidification, there is no comfort

Hannah Belloli-Oster

July 3, 2024

For contractors in humid climates, a lot of the comfort they provide is through being able to control humidity levels, which can be aided by adding a secondary dehumidification system.