{"title":"Portable Dehumidifiers","description":"\u003cp\u003eA portable dehumidifier is a self-contained compressor unit on wheels that removes moisture from one area of the home. Most homes choose between 22-, 35- and 50-pint sizes under the current DOE rating. Pick the larger size if you are unsure, since it reaches the target faster and can cycle off more.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhat to compare\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePint rating: current ratings are measured at 65°F and 60% humidity. Old 70-pint models are roughly today's 50-pint class.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBucket size and full-tank shut-off: a larger bucket means fewer emptying trips.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContinuous drain port: lets you attach a garden hose for gravity drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in humidistat: set 45% to 50% and let it cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eENERGY STAR certification, and the energy factor (liters per kWh) where listed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWashable filter: clean it every few weeks to protect the coils.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eNarrow down with 50-Pint Dehumidifiers, Quiet Dehumidifiers for living spaces, or Midea Dehumidifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long should a dehumidifier run each day?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRun it with the humidistat set to around 45% to 50% and let it cycle on and off as needed. In a damp basement in summer, that can mean running most of the day at first, then less once the space dries. A unit that never shuts off may be undersized or dealing with a leak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I drain a dehumidifier into a hose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost portable dehumidifiers have a continuous drain port that accepts a standard garden hose. Water flows by gravity, so the hose must slope downhill to a floor drain or sink. If the drain is higher than the unit, choose a model with a built-in pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo dehumidifiers use a lot of electricity?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA typical 35- to 50-pint compressor unit draws roughly 300 to 700 watts while running, but cycles off once the target humidity is reached. ENERGY STAR models remove more water per kilowatt-hour. Check the wattage and energy factor on the label to estimate your monthly cost.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/homesupplieshub.com\/collections\/portable-dehumidifiers.oembed","provider":"Home Supplies Hub USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}