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Energy Star: "Dehumidifiers"
Mayo Clinic: "Humidifiers: Air moisture eases skin, breathing symptoms"
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Is this an emergency? If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, please see the National Library of Medicine’s list of signs you need emergency medical attention or call 911.
You can reduce the moisture levels in the air in your home by running a dehumidifier.
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A cheaper option is a hygrometer, which you can buy for as little as ten dollars online or at your local drugstore. Dr. Tuck has several in various spots of her house so she can routinely check her humidity levels.
To empty a dehumidifier, find the drain port on the back of the unit, unscrew the drain plug, then attach a hose and let it drip directly into the basement drain.
Keeping windows and doors open lets in outside air, making it harder for your dehumidifier to do its job.
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Image Credit: KatarzynaBialasiewicz/iStock/GettyImages
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Use soap and warm water to keep all the parts of a dehumidifier clean.
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When in doubt, go with the larger size, since you can run it on a lower setting and thus reduce electricity usage and bring down your energy bills.
Energy Star: "Dehumidifiers"
Mayo Clinic: "Humidifiers: Air moisture eases skin, breathing symptoms"
Mayo Clinic: "Allergy-proof your home"
