Dehumidifer Recommendation?

[matthew-s]

I need to run a dehumidifier in my basement year round.

We seem to burn these out every couple of years. It's a major waste.

Anyone have recommendations for one with a heavier duty cycle? The area is not huge, but I don't see why these things can't last longer.

[gr8fl4porsche]

I have the Frigidaire 70 pint. Been running for a year or so, seems to work well but can't comment on longevity.

[john70t]

What are the failed brands you've bought, and how long did each last?

[matthew-s]

Currently have an Amana D565E, for what that is worth. It's probably 3 (maybe 4) years old, but for all I know it stopped working a few months ago.

I don't remember what we had previously - I'm pretty sure I got it from Sears though, so probably a frigidaire? Probably lasted about 4 years.

Not horrible for what they cost, I guess, but I hate disposable stuff.

[matthew-s]

Currently have an Amana D565E, for what that is worth. It's probably 3 (maybe 4) years old, but for all I know it stopped working a few months ago.

I don't remember what we had previously - I'm pretty sure I got it from Sears though, so probably a frigidaire? Probably lasted about 4 years.

Not horrible for what they cost, I guess, but I hate disposable stuff.

[masraum]

I have no exp or recommendation, but a quick google search turned up a site with lots of options.

Compare Dehumidifiers - Comparison | AllergyBuyersClub

[john70t]

Consider getting a larger one that won't cycle as much, and turning up the humidity level.
40-60% is normal range (I've heard) but it could be set higher.

Also, it there's active air flow(i.e. open windows), the effect of the de-humidifier will be zero.

[matthew-s]

Little to no active airflow. I should probably keep the humidity level higher though. In the past I had it cranked down pretty far.

This unit from the site Steve linked looks cool. The question is, would it last > 4 times as long as the cheaper ones?

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[schamp]

We have used a DeLongi (sp) at our house in the mountains. Has done a pretty good job for a couple of years.

[JJ 911SC]

Originally Posted by masraum

I have no exp or recommendation, but a quick google search turned up a site with lots of options.

Compare Dehumidifiers - Comparison | AllergyBuyersClub

Thanks for the link. I'm looking for one that does the whole house (3000 SqF) and at least now I got a starting point; NovelAire Comfort Dry 400 Gas-fired Whole House Desiccant Dehumidifiers.

Please send money

[fintstone]

I have two Frigidaire LAD704DUL 70 pt dehumidfiers that I bought at Lowes. One upstairs and one downstairs. They do a great job. The only problem that I can see is that the have a drain designed so you can set it up to drain without emptying the reservoir by hand. That feature really doesn't work and I empty by hand.

[JJ 911SC]

Originally Posted by fintstone

I have two Frigidaire LAD704DUL 70 pt dehumidfiers that I bought at Lowes. One upstairs and one downstairs. They do a great job. The only problem that I can see is that the have a drain designed so you can set it up to drain without emptying the reservoir by hand. That feature really doesn't work and I empty by hand.

Had one like that, came back from vacation to find water all over my workshop

[fintstone]

They work so well that I am happy to empty once or twice a day. Mine automatically shut off when full.