What Is a Low Grain Refrigerant (LGR) Dehumidifier?
Normal large-capacity dehumidifiers can extract up to 70 pints of water a day. That’s nothing compared to LGR dehumidifiers. LGR (Low Grain Refrigerant) units can pull over 200 pints of water in that same time. That makes a low-grain refrigerant dehumidifier an essential piece of kit in many areas.
How does it work? Essentially, LGR dehumidifiers use advanced refrigeration and re-cooling technology to lower air temperature and dew point. This is precisely how they extract more moisture, even in low-grain (low-humidity) environments where standard dehumidifiers become less effective.
LGR dehumidifier units are the systems restoration professionals, contractors, and facilities managers need for fast, high-power dehumidification.
What Are LGR Dehumidifiers Used For?
Not every situation needs a high-grade LGR dehumidifier. Such devices are specially designed and engineered to battle extremely high levels of moisture (be that through water damage or simply because of high humidity levels). So, they can save the day in many circumstances.
These are the circumstances in which such models make the biggest difference:
- Water damage restoration - when water damage is threatening your home or premises’ structural integrity, time is of the essence. LGR dehumidifiers get the job done over 3x faster than traditional dehumidifiers can.
- Construction drying - speed up lengthy processes like paint and concrete drying with portable, high-power dehumidifiers that don’t take days to finish the job.
- Basements & crawl spaces - the easiest way to keep your home or commercial premises safe and structurally sound? Use a powerful basement and crawl space dehumidification unit to banish moisture.
- Disaster recovery - remove large quantities of dangerous moisture with industrial-scale dehumidification capabilities that flood response teams and remediation professionals can count on every day.
- Warehouses & storage areas - don’t watch money disappear with warehouse moisture damage. Keep inventory and belongings safe from mold in areas where high humidity is a persistent problem.
Why Buy from Sylvane?
We put our commitment to providing American businesses and homeowners with effective air quality control technology front and center. Not only does that mean offering a huge range of powerful LGR dehumidifiers from top-rated brands like AlorAir, Dri-Eaz, and Perfect Aire (and testing every one), it also means providing world-class customer support.
First, we help you find exactly the right dehumidifier for your unique needs. Our detailed product specs, combined with our helpful guides and personalized customer support, help you with everything from sizing to features.
Then, we deliver your new unit straight to your door quickly and at a low cost. This is why professionals have been choosing Sylvane for indoor air quality innovation for over two decades.
FAQs
How is an LGR dehumidifier different from a standard dehumidifier?
An LGR dehumidifier (which stands for Low Grain Refrigerant dehumidifier) uses advanced re-cooling technology to pull out more moisture, even at lower humidity levels, making them ideal for water damage restoration. A standard dehumidifier can only pull less than a third of the amount an LGR model can.
What size LGR dehumidifier do I need for water damage restoration?
It depends on the affected area’s size and the severity of the damage. Larger spaces with heavy flooding might even need multiple high-capacity units. In our range, you’ll find LGR dehumidifier units in many different sizes!
Can LGR dehumidifiers run continuously?
Yes! Most LGR dehumidifiers are designed specifically for continuous use in challenging environments to make sure the space is fully dried out.
Do I need a professional to operate an LGR dehumidifier?
Not always. Homeowners can often run basic models themselves. However, hiring a professional is always a good idea. It guarantees proper placement and fast drying when you need it most!
