[Greenbuilding] [Fwd: Re: Recommendations for stand-alone dehumidifiers?]

[okbiker59-two at windstream.net]

> 
> From: <okbiker59-two at windstream.net>
> Date: 2008/02/11 Mon PM 03:05:21 CST
> To: Bobbi Chukran <bobbi at bobbichukran.com>, <greenbuilding at listserv.repp.org>
> Subject: Re: [Greenbuilding] Recommendations for stand-alone dehumidifiers?
> 
> You might try the Santa Fe RX.  I have used one for a few years and really like it.  My house is 2100sq feet.
> > 
> > From: Bobbi Chukran <bobbi at bobbichukran.com>
> > Date: 2008/02/08 Fri PM 12:21:41 CST
> > To: greenbuilding at listserv.repp.org
> > Subject: [Greenbuilding] Recommendations for stand-alone dehumidifiers?
> > 
> > Hi all,
> > 
> > We've recently gotten two quotes for replacing our HVAC system in our 
> > new/old smaller house.  Air quality is the big issue for us since we 
> > both have allergies (pollen, dust and mold) and I have major 
> > sensitivities.  We also have six cats and live in a humid climate 
> > (Austin, TX area).  Apparently, since our house is so small, some 
> > carpentry work would have to be done first in order to cram a 
> > complete unit in that includes a dehumidifying AC/air cleaner and AC 
> > unit.
> > 
> > We've had quotes of around $7,000 from two different companies so 
> > far.  At this point, the big issue is having to do carpentry for a 
> > new unit.  We already have a UV light set-up in the unit, and 
> > washable filters which I try to keep clean.  Energy efficiency is an 
> > issue too, of course.
> > 
> > At this point, I'm inclined not to spend that much money on a new 
> > unit for this house, and am thinking of buying a stand alone 
> > dehumidifier for the days when we really need it.  Didn't want to do 
> > that, but considering the cost comparisons, that option is looking 
> > better all the time.
> > 
> > Can anybody recommend one?  Or have other ideas for a small home 
> > (1700 sq. ft. one-story)?
> > 
> > Thanks.
> > 
> > bobbi c.
> > 
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