Mold is a type of fungi that thrives in moist environments. If your home has high humidity levels, you’re at risk for mold growth. Dehumidifiers help reduce the humidity in your home, making it less inviting for mold spores to grow.
Dehumidifiers work by pulling moisture out of the air and into a reservoir. You can empty the reservoir as needed, or some models have a hose that you can attach to a drain to continuously remove the water.
Dehumidifiers come in a variety of sizes, so you can choose one that’s appropriate for the square footage of your home. It’s important to get a dehumidifier that can handle the humidity levels in your area.
If you live in a humid climate, you may need to empty the reservoir more often. In very humid conditions, you may need to empty the reservoir multiple times a day.
If you have a mold problem in your home, a dehumidifier can help prevent it from getting worse. Mold spores need moisture to grow, so by reducing the humidity in your home, you make it less inviting for mold to grow.
If you think you have a mold problem, it’s important to have it professionally cleaned. Dehumidifiers can help prevent mold growth, but they can’t remove existing mold.
Sources:
https://www.cdc.gov/mold/prevention.htm
https://www.epa.gov/mold/mold-remediation-schools-preventing-mold-growth#dehumidifiers
https://www.thespruce.com/prevent-mold-growth-in-your-home-1824729