Basement Dehumidifiers

Sizing a Basement Dehumidifier

When shopping for a basement dehumidifier, be sure to consider the size of your basement in square feet. Based on product testing, most residential dehumidifiers have a recommended square foot coverage area. Estimated square foot ratings typically have corresponding moisture removal capacities. Make sure to review the room size suggestion for each dehumidifier.

Basement Dehumidifier Considerations

It's important to find the right brand of dehumidifier for your space.  Santa Fe basement dehumidifiers are reliable and rugged. They're commonly used in unfinished basements, large basements, and basements with significant excess moisture. They are built to last and backed with 6-year warranties.

Two other great options are Aprilaire and AlorAir Dehumidifiers. Both of these brands offer powerful water removal capacities, with versatile installation and control options, making them suitable for even the toughest environments.

Internal condensate pumps are another consideration when using a dehumidifier in a basement.  Basement dehumidifiers with internal pumps push moisture up and out of the unit (into a sink, out a window, or into another location). You won't have to empty buckets or use gravity to drain the units, which is helpful in basements you may not be in every day.

Other features to look for in basement dehumidifiers are low-temperature operation, large moisture removal capacities, adjustable humidistats, and automatic operation.

What Basement Dehumidifier is Best for You?

When basement humidity rises to unhealthy levels, it creates conditions for mold and mildew, wood rot, rust, and dust mites to thrive, but luckily there are dehumidifiers designed specifically for basements that can help. Using a basement dehumidifier regularly can help keep humidity under control and create a healthier home overall.

All basements vary in size and condition. If you need advice on choosing a basement dehumidifier, give our helpful product experts a call at 1-800-934-9194. We'll help you decide between our dehumidifiers for basements. Browse our basement dehumidifiers above. We're confident you'll find the right one for you.