Daewoo Capacity Room Dehumidifier with LED Power Indicator, 700ml, COL1485

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The running costs between dehumidifiers don't tend to vary too significantly although it is worth noting that there are two different types of dehumidifiers and one is slightly cheaper to run than the other. There are two main types of dehumidifiers available – desiccant and refrigerant. They work in slightly different ways, but both will extract humidity from the air. But there is a major difference you need to consider.

Make sure that the filter is kept clean. If dust gets caught up in it, it won’t work as efficiently. Sign up for newsletters and updates: Yep, we all know they’re annoying and clog up your inbox but your inner bargain hunter will thank you when it’s all over. Sign up to the Closer newsletter for more information.Power Drain: Dehumidifiers are electricity hogs, and their costs revolve around the energy they consume. The specifics depend on factors like size, humidity levels, and usage frequency.

So in answer to the question, how much does it cost to run a dehumidifier, the reality is that the answer heavily depends on the wattage of the machine you are using, and how long you intend to use it for each day. Chris also advised that dehumidifiers with a laundry mode also tend to be cheaper to run too, because of how they work. “They will run at full power for a set period before conserving energy by switching itself off,” Chris explains. A small, portable dehumidifier that extracts 0.25 litres of water per day, will use just 22.5 watts of power to run. As they get bigger and extract more water, they use more power and can sometimes consume as much as 650 watts. On average, expect a dehumidifier to use between 300 and 400 watts. As I said above, opening windows is also an alternative you can use, but this can lead to much higher heating bills unless you’re willing to live in an icebox. We have used 27p for illustration purposes to highlight the highest amount it could cost to run a dehumidifier.A compressor dehumidifier “is the cheapest type to run in typical household conditions (with a temperature of 20°C and 60% relative humidity),” Chris explains."A compressor dehumidifier collects the excess moisture in a tank and only changes the temperature of the air by 1-2°C as it passes through meaning they have no real effect on the temperature of a room, but they are cheaper to run."

Please note that during particularly busy periods, it may take a little longer to receive your delivery and our carrier may attempt to deliver to you on a Saturday. If it is going to be used in a space where the temperature goes below 15 degrees, a desiccant variety will be better. Desiccant models have an internal heating system, so they can function far better in colder temperatures."Before we can figure out the running costs, we need to look at how much electricity a dehumidifier uses. But with so many makes, models and sizes available, it’s impossible to cover every machine. However, we can get a general idea. In our guest bedroom we've been suffering from mould on our skirting boards. This is most likely caused by poor home ventilation allowing a build up of condensation and moisture to form in corners and behind furniture, resulting in mould growth. So I plugged in the Hysure 700ml Automatic Electric Dehumidifier and let it do its thing. Running a dehumidifier means paying attention to the electricity bill. Here's what to keep in mind: Let's put pounds and pence to it. The UK's average electricity price ranges from 14-18 pence per kWh. Using our example: