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Is a Dehumidifier a Worthwhile Investment in 2021?

  • Perla Irish
  • June 12, 2021
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  1. Do I Need a Dehumidifier?
  2. Different Sizes
  3. Low Maintenance
  4. Conclusion

Since the outbreak of Covid-19 in early 2020, many of us still spend more time in our homes than we did prior to the pandemic.

A lot of us still work from home, and most of our families spend more time indoors as the deadly virus is still an issue.

Although things are looking a lot brighter than they did for most of 2020 due to the vaccine rollout, experts believe we are still not out of the woods.

That’s one of the reasons why so many people are focused on making sure their home is a healthy place to live and work in.

A lot of homes have humidity issues, and to help sort out the problem, a lot of folks are investing in household dehumidifiers.

These appliances can improve your home’s humidity levels and create a healthy home environment for those living under your roof.

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Is a Dehumidifier a Worthwhile Investment in 2021?

Dehumidifiers are designed to prevent mold and to help cleanse the air of any excess moisture.

When bacteria grow in our homes, it can create an unwanted health hazard, which can lead to serious health problems, especially amongst young children suffering from asthma.

Do I Need a Dehumidifier?

Before you spend a mini fortune on a dehumidifier, ask yourself if you really need one.

If you notice any of the following, perhaps it’s time to invest in a dehumidifier:

  • Visible mold: If you notice mold growing on the walls in your home, this is a big sign that you have problems.
  • Do you notice wet stains on the ceilings or the walls?
  • Are there rooms in the house that feel stuffy?
  • Are your windows in your home often covered in condensation?
  • Are you noticing excess moisture throughout your home?
  • Do you notice musty odors inside any of the rooms in your home?

Depending on the climate and the levels of humidity in your home will depend on whether or not you should buy a dehumidifier.

Although they can help remove mold that is currently growing in your home, they should be seen as an appliance that can help eliminate mold in the future too.

Throughout the year, there might be times when mold grows faster than other months during the year, so using a dehumidifier all year round could prove beneficial.


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Different Sizes

Due to the high demand, there are plenty of different manufacturers out there making all different sized dehumidifiers.

Before investing in one, it is critical that you find out what size dehumidifier will work best in your home.

The appliances get rid of moisture and bacteria in terms of pint capacity.

  • Small Room: If a utility room or a small bathroom experiences light dampness, a small dehumidifier might prove to be a fantastic investment.

You should be able to purchase one with a capacity of 40 pints to get the job done.

  • Average sized room: For a medium-sized bedroom, a dehumidifier with a capacity of 60 pints or lower should work.
  • Big Rooms: For open living spaces, or a large living room, you will have to invest in a dehumidifier with a capacity of over 60 pints.

Don’t assume that the more you spend on a humidifier and the bigger it is the better it will perform.

It matters on the humidity levels in the area that is being treated.

A smaller, cheaper dehumidifier can work very well in smaller rooms, so there is no need to break the bank by investing in a top-notch model.

Low Maintenance

When you are shopping for a dehumidifier, consider looking for a top-loading filter.

A lot of the appliances readily available on the market in 2021 using this innovative feature, which makes cleaning and maintaining the device easy and straightforward.

With models that don’t have this feature, you will be forced to take out the internal reservoir when you want to clean and change the filters.

If your dehumidifier uses the top-loading filter, you will be able to access the filter immediately.

Without this feature, it can be a messy and time-consuming process.

Conclusion

With a lot of dehumidifiers on the market, it could prove worthwhile researching the different models and brands available first.

Understanding why you need a dehumidifier and what your intentions are once you purchase the appliance will help you know the type of model you want.

Although larger capacity dehumidifiers tend to cost a lot of money, there are budget-friendly units available this year too.

Although it is great to save money, you want a dehumidifier that will last for a number of years, so check the warranty on the unit before you purchase it.

Like most homeowners in 2021, you will probably want to invest in appliances that are good for the environment.

In a lot of the units available, you can change the setting so they are energy conscious when they are operating.

This will help you keep down your home’s utility costs.

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Perla Irish

Perla Irish, who is more familiarly known as Irish, is the Content Manager at Dreamlandsdesign.com. She loves following trends around home and garden, interior design, and digital marketing. Through this blog, Irish wants to share information and help readers solve the problems they are experiencing.

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