Always running the A/C and wondering why it's still always too hot? The problem isn't the temperature. It's the humidity.

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When's the last time you paid attention to the humidity inside your home and not just outdoors? “What?” you may think, “Isn't it the same in here as out there?” Not always. It can differ quite a bit, depending on the season and your home's heating system. If you have a basement, then you're likely familiar with how swampy they can feel. Condensation can form on the walls, and water can even seep into your home. This mid-sized Frigidaire dehumidifier may be just what you need to make your basement (or the rest of your home) feel a bit more habitable.

The ideal indoor humidity is between 30 and 50 percent, if you want to deter mold and ...