How and Why to Buy A Dehumidifier - The Dehumidifier Critic's Guide

A buyers guide on how and why to purchase a dehumidifier. We introduce you to indicators that a dehumidifier will help you, covering topics including moisture, mold, and allergies. We then arm you with the basic knowledge you need to pick the model that fits your needs best.

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1. How and Why to Buy a Dehumidifier ? Prepared and presented by The Dehumidifier Critic (www.TheDehumidifierCritic.com)
2. Table of Contents Reasons Why You Might Buy A Dehumidifier How to Tell if a Dehumidifier will help Areas of your home to consider How to Choose the Right Dehumidifier
3. Reasons To Buy A Dehumidifier The 5 most common reasons to buy a dehumidifier: Allergies Mold Water Run-Off Odors Condensation
4. Allergy Sufferers: - If you find either dust mites or mold, a dehumidifier in that room will help. Mold: - Mold shows itself in the form of dark spots, usually on the ceiling in a moist room. Water Run-Off: - Identify by watermarks in your basement after rain. A dehumidifier will help control the moisture until you can find and fix the root problem. How to Tell if a Dehumidifier Will Help
5. Odors: - A musty smells means moisture and likely mold that you can’t see. - A dehumidifier can help control the moisture and mold growth until you find and fix the problem. Condensation: - Condensation on your windows is a sign of high moisture and improperly sealed windows. - A dehumidifier can help prevent mold growth until the problem is fixed. How to Tell if a Dehumidifier Will Help
6. Bathroom: - Frequent area of concern because of large water use. - Hot water causes condensation, leading to mold. Basement: - Under ground location makes them prone to moisture. - Mold on the walls and a musty smell are common. Areas of Your Home to Consider
7. Garage: - INot always moisture proof, even when attached to the house. - Damp environments lead to mold and must. Crawl Space: - Under ground location makes them prone to moisture. - Not treating this can lead to problems with mold, dust mites, and other allergens inside the house. Areas of Your Home to Consider
8. First, evaluate the dehumidifier by size. Use this as a general guide: - 30 Pints-300 to 400 Square Feet - 50 Pints-600 to 800 Square Feet - 70 Pints-1,000 to 1,500 Square Feet Buying a Dehumidifier large enough to service the area should be your first priority, even over convenience features. How To Choose the Right Dehumidifier
9. Next you can evaluate based on any of these convenience features and choose what is most important to you: - Type of Drainage System-Continuous and/or Manual - Noise Level - Automatic Settings-Auto Shut-off, Automatic Start, Humidity Settings, Fan - Speed - Warranty - Energy Star Certification - Electronic Controls and Digital Display How To Choose the Right Dehumidifier