Do you know that you need a basement dehumidifier with special features, and cannot just use any dehumidifier for the basement?
Hi, I’m Nadia. In my Basement Dehumidifier reviews blog, I’m going to tell you all about basement dehumidifiers, and recommend a few top models for the purpose.
How to Choose the Best Basement Dehumidifier
Well, the special feature I meant is the ability to operate in low temperature. The basement is generally cooler than any other room in the house, which is why it is often used as a wine cellar. The thing is, normal dehumidifiers do not work properly in temperatures lower than 60 degrees F. The coils inside will freeze and then it will stop working.
The dehumidifier designed for low temperature operation has a few safeguards against this problem. It either has an anti frost system, or automatically defrosts itself, or both. Basement dehumidifiers are usually louder than normal ones, because the frost guard works by blowing hot air at the coils to prevent frosting, and the fan is the main source of the noise.
How do you choose the best basement dehumidifier then?
- Size of basement – The larger your basement, the larger capacity you need for a basement dehumidifier.
- Humidity level –The higher the humidity, the larger capacity you need. But if you have a small basement which is very wet, you may buy a unit with small capacity, although it will take longer to reduce the humidity to optimum level.
- Energy Star rated – Get one with the Energy Star label because it will consume less power and cut the bills.
- Pump – If you want to drain the water through a hose rather than empty the bucket regularly, a pump featured with the dehumidifier is a good idea. The pump lets you drain the water without having to set the dehumidifier at a higher level than the water output.
Basement Dehumidifier – Top Picks
Here are some of my best basement dehumidifier recommendations.
Best Basement Dehumidifier – DeLonghi DD50P
This basement dehumidifier is absolutely the best! If you have an average size basement, I strongly recommend getting this 50-pint model. It is easy to use and maintain, and has all the features of a good dehumidifier for basement use.
This unit not only includes a pump, but also a 16’ hose for you to drain the water continuously. The operation of this dehumidifier is kind both on your wallet and on the environment, plus it allows you to set your required humidity level.
Read more about this dehumidifier here: DeLonghi DD50P
Best Small Basement Dehumidifier – Soleus Air DP1-30-03
Although just a 30-pint dehumidifier, this unit takes water out of the air like magic. After a few hours of continuous running, you’ll be surprised to see all the water in the bucket. If you aren’t the type to keep an ear out for beeps (indicating the bucket is full), you can hook up a hose for it to drain the water out.
This is an amazingly quiet dehumidifier, as all Soleus Air units are. But since it has the anti frost that works for as low as 41 degrees F, this dehumidifier is nevertheless not quiet enough for bedrooms.
Read more reviews for this dehumidifier: Soleus Air DP1-30-03
Best Large Basement Dehumidifier – Frigidaire FAD704DUD
A large basement needs a dehumidifier of large capacity. For that, the Frigidaire 70-pint dehumidifier has the best value for its price. It is capable of taking away 70 pints of water from your basement a day, for almost the same price as the DeLonghi 50-pint dehumidifier!
I like that the exhaust air vents out on the top, and I greatly believe that this improves the performance of the dehumidifier.
Read my review here: Frigidaire FAD704DUD
Find the best dehumidifier and be rid of that musty smell in the basement! Hope that my reviews have helped you in this quest, and I will add more to this blog soon.