How Do You Choose the Right Crawl Space Dehumidifier?

When you start looking for a dehumidifier to place in your crawl space, you’ll want to know that you’ve invested in a system that can not only pull moisture from the air but that can work with any other waterproofing measures you have in place to reduce the risk of mold and structural damage throughout your home. If you’re not sure where to start when shopping for a dehumidifier, you can collaborate with a professional contractor working in your area. Together, you can inspect your crawl space for signs of damage and, in turn, determine how large and how powerful you might need a stationary dehumidifier to be. 

What to Look for In A Crawl Space Dehumidifier 

To determine what dehumidifier might suit you best, you’ll want to take the state of your crawl space into account. Do you have a finished crawl space with a floor and ceiling, or are you working with a space that’s a little more rustic? How out of the way is your crawl space compared to the parts of your home that you frequent? 

If your space is well insulated, you may be able to invest in a dehumidifier that’s a little louder than your average unit. Comparatively, if your crawl space is right beneath your kitchen, a louder dehumidifier might shake your floor and make it unpleasant to use the room in question. 

When Size Matters 

You’ll also want to take this time to determine how large you want your dehumidifier to be. Small dehumidifiers, for example, tend to work well in smaller crawl spaces but poorly in finished basements. These dehumidifiers can pull up to 35 pints of moisture from the air at a time. 

If you live in an area that sees a significant amount of rain over the course of a month, note that you may have to empty a smaller dehumidifier more often than a larger unit. However, these smaller units may be more affordable than the larger units used in finished basements.