When buying a dehumidifier, there are some dos and some definite don’ts. Here, we’ll explore 5 things you should avoid when buying a dehumidifier.

1. Dehumidifiers with Easy-Spill Containers

Mixing water with electricity is asking for a shock. Dehumidifiers place water close to your power sockets, so caution is needed.

When purchasing a dehumidifier, steer clear of those with open tanks. This makes water incredibly easy to spill. Instead, look for dehumidifiers with enclosed containers and a handle. These are much easier to remove without any accidents.

2. Dehumidifiers with Humidistats

Dehumidifiers with humidistats quickly become a nuisance. You’d need to adjust the humidistat several times a day to keep your dehumidifier working correctly.

Alternatively, go for a dehumidifier with an automatic humidistat, like those at Ebac. Ebac’s dehumidifiers reset automatically, saving you time, energy and money!

3. Desiccant Dehumidifiers

Dehumidifiers come in two main types: desiccant and compressor. Unless you’re using your dehumidifier in a large industrial space, get a compressor dehumidifier.

Desiccant dehumidifiers guzzle energy, making them unsuitable for domestic use. They also remove more moisture than is necessary, increasing dryness and leading to bacteria growth.

4. Dehumidifiers Without Ebac’s Smart Control System

Even compressor dehumidifiers still run when they don’t need to. Ebac has created the ultimate money-saving solution. Our Smart Control system analyses the air, only switching the dehumidifier on when the moisture levels are high. When the dehumidifier has done its job, it switches off.

This could save you over £50 a year!

5. Dehumidifiers Made in China

China produces millions of dehumidifiers and transports them all over Europe. They manufacture the dehumidifiers to suit the needs of their customers.

In Europe, dehumidifiers are primarily used to cope with high humidity and temperature. Unfortunately, Brits buy dehumidifiers to manage condensation brought on by the cold, winter weather instead.

Additionally, British homes are kitted out with double-glazed windows and cavity wall and roof insulation. These seal the air in tight, reducing airflow. Although this saves us money, it increases the condensation in our homes.

That’s why Chinese-manufactured dehumidifiers are unfit for purpose here. But Ebac dehumidifiers are configured differently. They’re made to suit the UK weather, so they are an ideal choice when purchasing a dehumidifier for your home.