Portable and Efficient - Small Dehumidifiers

If you live in an apartment in New Orleans you’re familiar with hot and humid conditions, but you’re not alone. In these areas the purchase of a small dehumidifier can mean the difference between comfort and misery. In areas all across the United States high humidity is either a problem year round or at least for part of the year.These conditions can make life unbearable for those suffering from respiratory problems and cause damage to homes through the growth of mold and mildew. High humidity also means damage through the actions of wood rot and other mechanisms that make the upkeep of homes in these areas a continuous struggle. When purchasing a small dehumidifier the key to getting your money’s worth is to choose a manufacturer that is recognized for quality products. One of these is Whirlpool. A Whirlpool dehumidifier is guaranteed to give years of trouble free operation and parts and service are available across the United States. The Whirlpool units come in a variety of sizes and outputs that will suit all users. Many models have built in filters to further improve the air quality of output.Portable dehumidifiers work by cooling coils in the unit and drawing humid air over the coils to cause condensation. The water created by the condensation is then collected in a pan for disposal by the homeowner. Different models have different capacities, both in how much water they can draw from the air in a 24 hour period and in how much the pan can hold. The consumer should make sure that the unit purchase fits in with their lifestyle. Some small dehumidifiers do not make use of a pan for water collection but can rather dispose of the water straight into a drainage system. These units are ideally suited for dehumidifying enclosed spaces, such as crawl spaces which can see large amounts of humidity affecting the living conditions in the home. A crawl space dehumidifier should drain directly into the drainage system as access to the dehumidifier for the purposes of emptying the pan on a regular basis can be problematic. In fact access to the dehumidifier will be next to impossible due to the fact that the dehumidifier’s effective operation depends on the crawl space being sealed. The purchase of a portable dehumidifier can make an enormous difference to the quality of life for someone experiencing respiratory difficulties. Because the portable dehumidifier can be easily moved from room to room by the homeowner it can improve the air quality of whatever room the sufferer is in. However, certain common sense user guidelines can ensure that the portable dehumidifier operates at peak efficiency. These include making sure that the portable unit is as close to the operator as possible. Because portable units are not as powerful as their permanently installed counterparts they need to be in close proximity to the user. Simply placing one in a corner and expecting peak performance is a waste of both time and electricity. A small dehumidifier is useful in households where the installation of a large appliance might be impossible, such as studio apartments. However the correct decision when choosing which model to buy is important. Always rely on the knowledge of the sales representative and some research to make sure that you’re buying the correct unit for your living conditions.