Dehumidifiers

Humidity can cause a lot of expensive damage to your home and belongings. However, buying a dehumidifier also carries its own cost, and if you don’t have a major dampness problem, you might be reluctant to purchase one. Well, the good news is that you don’t have to because there are some great homemade dehumidifier … Read more

I moved into a house in a humid area and had no way to access a dehumidifier. This forced me to start researching “how to keep basement dry without dehumidifier,” so I could protect my home and belongings. In this guide, I’ll pass my learnings on to you. I’ll explain why it’s important to keep … Read more

I have two young kids at home, so there’s a LOT of laundry every week. I used to rely on a tumble dryer to help me get through it, but for the past few months, I’ve been using a dehumidifier instead – and there are a lot of benefits. A dehumidifier is more economical, energy … Read more

Millions of homeowners use a dehumidifier every day to protect their property from mold and mildew, but is it actually safe to be running them? I have often pondered over this question, as safety for myself and my family is my number 1 priority. To help make my home a safer environment, I have done … Read more

US made products are something you can trust, and buying a dehumidifier made in USA can offer better value than cheaper brands with overseas production. However, there are a lot of manufacturers out there, and it isn’t always easy to tell which dehumidifiers are made in the USA. In this article, I’ve compiled all the … Read more

When it comes to dehumidifiers, size matters, and if you want to deal with humidity properly in your home, then you need to get the right size dehumidifier. Last year, a family friend asked me for help because he couldn’t lower the humidity in his damp garage. He was using a good quality dehumidifier, but … Read more

I use dehumidifiers every day to remove excess humidity. There was a time when I didn’t know anything about them and my home was suffering badly from damp and moisture issues. Over the years, I’ve worked with all kinds of dehumidifiers to solve a wide range of problems, but back then, I had to do … Read more

One of my friends had a serious humidity problem in her garage and she asked me to take a look at why her dehumidifier wasn’t solving the problem. I checked on it and noticed an ice build-up on the front, and when I asked her about it she said she didn’t even realize that ice … Read more

I use portable dehumidifiers in my house because humidity only really affects my basement and garage. However, I’ve worked with homeowners who had damp and humid conditions across their entire home, and for them, portable dehumidifiers just weren’t enough. Instead, they needed to have a whole-house dehumidifier installed. Installing a whole-house dehumidifier can be a … Read more

I deal with hundreds of cases a year from homeowners where a dehumidifier is running but not impacting the humidity levels. There are a few reasons why this can happen, but I find with older models that, it’s usually a sign that the dehumidifier needs to be recharged. I’ve worked in the HVAC industry for … Read more

Several summers ago the humidity level in my home got uncomfortably high. So I began researching and found lots of natural methods you can use to remove excess moisture from your home. These can range from changing your habits or taking on some DIY work to stop moisture at the source. In this guide, I’ll … Read more

I rely on dehumidifiers to manage the humidity in my home, so I tend to upgrade to newer models every 3-5 years. It’s always easy to buy a new dehumidifier, but getting rid of the old one isn’t as simple. In my area, there are lots of rules and regulations to follow, and If you … Read more

I have dehumidifiers in my basement, garage, living room, and bedroom, and they all manage the humidity perfectly. This isn’t just because I’ve bought the right models, it’s because they are set up in just the right place. The right dehumidifier placement will help you bring down the relative humidity to a comfortable level quickly, … Read more

I’ve used dehumidifiers for years in my home, and I’ve even installed them in warehouses and building sites. I tend to use refrigerant dehumidifiers because they work more quickly, but when certain types of Freon were banned in 2020, I started to look more closely at what refrigerants are being used in dehumidifiers.  The majority … Read more

I have dehumidifiers in my basement, garage, living room, and bedroom, and they are all programmed differently. This is because they have different jobs to do, and a key part of managing your indoor humidity is setting your dehumidifier to the right level.  Over the years, I’ve used a wide range of dehumidifiers in lots … Read more

For years, I couldn’t understand how the mold in my home kept coming back so quickly. That’s when I realized that cleaning wasn’t enough, I had to control the indoor environment too. Dehumidifiers are one of the most powerful tools for managing your indoor environment, so I started to ask the question – can a … Read more

I use dehumidifiers in my home every day and it’s shocking how quickly dirt builds up on the vents. But that’s just the dirt I can see, and there’s a lot more dust and debris building up inside the appliance. Over time, this dirt can stop a dehumidifier from running. That’s why I make sure … Read more

Understanding how much water a dehumidifier can manage will determine how and where you use it. In my home, I have a large capacity dehumidifier in my basement to manage the high humidity and a smaller dehumidifier in my bedroom because it’s drier. This works well for me, but the amount of water you need … Read more

My energy bills have almost doubled in the past few years, but one of the ways I keep my electricity bill low is by selecting the right appliances in my home. I’ve used lots of different dehumidifiers and there can be a big difference in how much energy they use. By understanding the running costs, … Read more

Understanding and managing the energy consumption in my home is a priority for me. It lets me stay in control of my electricity bills and keep my carbon footprint as low as possible. That’s why I know exactly how much electricity my dehumidifiers use. I rely on dehumidifiers to manage the high humidity in my … Read more

I live in a humid area and I rely on my dehumidifiers all year round to stop dampness and mold. That’s why I make sure I know how roughly long my dehumidifiers will last so I can plan ahead and have replacements ready to keep my home protected. I’ve used and tested a wide variety … Read more

When I was in college I had a dehumidifier running in my bedroom. I noticed a few inches of water gathering in the tank every day and it got me thinking, can I drink dehumidifier water? That’s why I first started looking into the science behind dehumidifier water, and the answer is no – you … Read more

A few summers ago, there was a big heatwave in my area. I have an AC installed, but I started wondering if I could use a dehumidifier to manage the temperature too. Unfortunately, it didn’t take me long to realize that dehumidifiers are not designed to cool a room! That’s what air conditioners are for, … Read more