Dehumidifiers

Dehumidifiers: Manage Moisture for Comfort and Health

High humidity environments can wreak havoc on your health and the health of your home. These environments are a breeding ground for mold and mildew that can lead to respiratory issues and affect the structural integrity of your home. Installing a dehumidifier is the easiest way to keep humidity levels low and prevent these kinds of problems. If you already have a mold issue, investing in an air purifier will remove the pollutants while a dehumidifier will keep them from coming back.

A dehumidifier works by removing moisture from the air. Most portable dehumidifiers use a small fan to pull humid air into the unit where it passes over cooling-coils. As the air cools, it releases moisture that collects in a built-in tank or runs through a hose into a drain. The cooled air then passes over warming coils before returning to your room.

Most models rely on gravity to pull the moisture they collect toward your drain. If you plan on installing your new dehumidifier in a space without a floor drain, consider a model with a built-in pump that can push the excess moisture into a sink or out a window. Models with built-in pumps tend to cost a bit more. So if you're on a tight budget, know that you can always manually empty the collection tank when it gets full.

Because cooling air removes moisture, an air conditioner is another way to keep your home dry. However, portable dehumidifiers are more energy-efficient and allow you to move the unit to the most humid areas of your home, often the basement. Whether you're fighting humiditiy in large or small spaces, it's important to select an appropriately sized model. Our Dehumidifier Buying Guide has a chart explaining how many pints of moisture your model should be able to handle based on humidity levels and the square footage of your space.

Abt has a wide variety of dehumidifiers for sale to ensure we have the perfect model for any home. Browse the above selection to find the perfect sized unit with all of the features you need. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our appliance experts at 800-860-3577. Otherwise, order your new dehumidifier today to stop suffering through, sticky humid air in your home.