The Best Small Dehumidifier

Dehumidifiers offer several benefits including creating a healthy atmosphere for you to breathe in and reducing the level of moisture in a room to prevent mold and mildew growth. If you don’t need to reduce the moisture in your entire home, you have the option of purchasing a small dehumidifier for certain areas of your home that excess moisture, such as a bathroom, basement or closet.

Determine which type of small dehumidifier would work best in your home. The most common model remains plugged into an electrical outlet and collects water in a water reservoir that you must empty fairly frequently. Another option is a unit like the Eva-Dry Renewable Mini Dehumidifier, 6-Ounce, which traps moisture in silica gel beads. It’s great for homes with kids and pets, as it is non-toxic, doesn’t need to be plugged in to operate and doesn’t have a water tank that can spill.

Of course, if you have toddlers or babies in the home, you also need a small dehumidifier that runs quietly. Look for a model that utilizes thermoelectric cooling technology to get the job done without a noisy compressor.

Next, make sure the machine is easy to use. For example, some options have a simple power button and an automatic shut-off that kicks in when the water tank is full.

Don’t forget to check that the small dehumidifier is able to cover the space you intend on using it in. If the space is too big, the unit won’t be able to keep up.

• Do not place a small dehumidifier in a room that is larger than the recommended square feet on the product label. It will not be able to keep up.
• Some small dehumidifier models have water tanks that can spill or leak when overfilled.
• It is important to note that small dehumidifiers are not able to can’t keep up in conditions where moisture levels continue to increase.
• Small dehumidifiers work best in areas that have a temperature reading of 59 to 86 degrees Fahrenheit. If temperatures are below 41 degrees Fahrenheit, they will not work at all.
• Always unplug your small dehumidifier before you clean it. You’ll want to wipe down the outside of the unit, wash the water reservoir with a little dish soap and warm water and rinse out the air filter. Wait for the air filter to dry before reinstalling it.