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Reddit mentions of Frigidaire 70-Pint Dehumidifier, Gray & White

Sentiment score: 8
Reddit mentions: 21

We found 21 Reddit mentions of Frigidaire 70-Pint Dehumidifier, Gray & White. Here are the top ones.

Frigidaire 70-Pint Dehumidifier, Gray & White
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Dehumidifier dimensions: 24-7/16” D x 11-9/16” W x 15-1/16” HYour purchase includes One Frigidaire 70-Pint Dehumidifier & Owner's ManualEnergy Star 70 pints per day dehumidifier protects your home from mold and mildew caused by excess moistureHelps eliminate bacteria in the air that can make breathing difficult, with a low temperature operation that saves energy and moneyNoise Level (Highest): 51 dB. Amps (Cool): 4.8. Uses standard 115V electrical outlet. Motor RPM (High): 1130
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Found 21 comments on Frigidaire 70-Pint Dehumidifier, Gray & White:

u/deadaluspark · 16 pointsr/BuyItForLife

I have one thats rated for down to 41 degrees. I had to use it extensively on the place I just moved into. It had leaks all over that I had to fix up to bring down the humidity (I live in a very rainy city, and when I moved in, it was at 75% humidity inside with the temp at 50 degrees. Not good.) I had it running, with no heat on in the house, constantly, for the first month. During the night it was dropping to about 48-50 degrees in the house and I had zero problems. I've gotten it down to 35% humidity in here and have been able to completely manage the mold problems that were beginning to form in the house.

Now, all that being said, I can't recommend it as BIFL simply because, well, I've only had it a few months. The other problem is, this is technically an older model, and the newer model from the same company is not rated for down to 41 degrees, which is why I purchased the older model to begin with.

Here is the Amazon link to the dehumidifier in question:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UWP07LK?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00

There's definitely negative reviews in there. The two main things to remember with this model is that it has an internal filter with an oil with a very low viscosity in it, meaning if it has been on its side, or turned over, or anything, you need to stand it up right for like a week before to start it up, to ensure that the oil is in the proper place and doesn't end up killing the unit (the result of many bad reviews.). The other is people complaining that it drips all over their floor. In my experience, if you mis-install the bucket, you can get a leak, and when you remove the bucket, if there is still water draining, it WILL drip, drip, drip into a little reservoir, but that fills up fast, and then will drip onto the floor. Basically, you just have to take your time with this thing and not expect to set it up in five minutes after getting it in the mail and expecting it to be perfect without ever looking at it again.

It's really a great dehumidifier if you pay attention to it and are patient with it. Once again, the main reason I am suggesting it is because of my success at running it at low temperatures. I am not suggesting that this model is BIFL considering I have not owned it long enough to call it that.

Good luck!

u/TaruNukes · 8 pointsr/HomeImprovement

Best dehumidifier on the market

Frigidaire 70-Pint Dehumidifier with Effortless Humidity Control, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UWP07LK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_SwuLBbGGKZDYT

You also need this sensor. Keep the humidity
level between 35-45%

AcuRite 00613 Humidity Monitor with Indoor Thermometer, Digital Hygrometer and Humidity Gauge Indicator https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0013BKDO8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_xnzLBbM5HF5BH

u/mrdomino- · 4 pointsr/NewOrleans

I have this Frigidaire dehumidifier:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UWP07LK

It has great reviews, and I love it, but it isn't quiet. Just a mild background hum similar to a PC. It's not a miracle worker, but it helps, and it's nice to have a backup source of toilet flushing water for when the water pressure dies.

u/jetsetter · 3 pointsr/Portland

Fwiw, most basements in Portland's old houses are susceptible to leaks and flooding. When we were looking for a new place at the start of this year, we had multiple landlords get out in front of this by saying when and how much it had flooded before.

They would say that they had taken measures to stop it and what they did when it happened. I spoke with a basement flood contractor on the street around that time, and he described it as so common it is essentially to be expected.

In our current place, the foundation is so old that it is crumbling in some places. When we got here, the walls were seeping in some places with a thin pool of moisture in some corners.

We also smelled mold and thought it was a problem. Our landlord did not seem to mind. She is not an experienced landlord. Anyhow, we invested in one of these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UWP07LK/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Which has made an enormous difference. It took several weeks maybe months to get the entire basement dried out, emptying many, many gallons of water from this machine. But it is sorted out now, does not smell like mold and we have the pleasure of taking control of this situation.

The landlord did complain about the electricity from it once! We offered to split the bill with her, and since then have just kept it running at around 60 on the humidity setting. It still collects moisture, especially during the big rain last week, and we'll be taking it with us when we move again.

u/mikeyo73 · 3 pointsr/HomeImprovement

This is my unit. I like to have it a bit away from the wall. It blows out a lot of warm air and I use it to dry my hockey equipment. Works really well, I just wish I could set it up to drain automatically.

u/BloodofBoudicca · 3 pointsr/homemaking

You are correct to paint the surfaces. I recommend a product like this.

The humidifiers you have chosen are too small. Get two, one for each side of your home. And get bigger ones. Maybe like this one.

I would also take pictures of the water condensing on the walls. Document everything you are having to do including the money you are having to spend to make your home "livable" and protect the property of the the landlord. Stay in communication with the landlord and ask if you can deduct some or all of these expenses from the rent since you are helping to prevent mold damage to the property. Mold is dangerous and it is nothing to mess around with. I don't know what the laws are where you live, but the landlord should be inclined to help with this problem.

If the problem persists or the landlord is not responsive it might be a good idea to find another place to live when your lease is finished.

u/PruHTP · 2 pointsr/homeowners

> In the last couple days I found a decent layer of condensation water on water pipes, a/c coolant pipes and a/c ducts in the crawl space.

Are you on city water or well water?

Is the insulation also wet?

First I'd get someone to check every pressured pipe under there. It sounds like a hot water leak that is steaming the crawl space.

Purchase a hygrometer to measure the amount of humidity down there (get one with a wireless emitter) ASAP.

https://www.amazon.com/Ambient-Weather-WS-70-8-Channel-Thermo-Hygrometer/dp/B00X4XVKAO/

If the number is above 70 then you'll need a dehumidifier. In addition you'll need a 3-prong outlet (extension cords are strongly not advised) and a way for the water to leave the crawlspace (unless you want to empty a bucket every 5-6 hours).

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UWP07LK/

u/kstrike155 · 2 pointsr/homeowners

I have this one. It’s been great but can’t get my 2000 sq ft basement below 52% or so.

u/user865865 · 1 pointr/microgrowery

Might be too late, but my dehumidifier came with a little door and a threaded plastic extension that you can screw a hose into, or drip directly into an external reservoir. I got a 12 gallon tote and it collects the water, then I put it back into the plants. If I unscrew the adapter, the water just falls into the built in collection bucket.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UWP07LK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/TSwizzlesNipples · 1 pointr/HomeImprovement

I had a Soleus that I got from Menards and the pump quit on me in about 2 months. I threw it out and got this. Works great.

u/DrWangerBanger · 1 pointr/HomeImprovement

I have this one and I'm very happy with it. I only recently found out you're not supposed to use extension cords with it (or any other dehumidifiers) so maybe keep that in mind.

u/eurusdcny · 1 pointr/homeowners

Thank you, TheSingingKid! Seems I have spend a bit more (although I have already spent a lot to set things up) I found two types. One is conventional and cheap, like this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UWP07LK/

The other is crawlspace specific and expensive, like this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LW8WRUP/ref=ask_ql_qh_dp_hza

Do I need the 2nd one, powerful but almost 5 times pricier, to make things right?

u/tuctrohs · 1 pointr/HomeImprovement

Except that the unit that is being recommended in the discussion here is actually 745 W. So u/ten-million could be right if it runs say 3/4 of the time or more.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UWP07LK/

u/4br4c4d4br4 · 1 pointr/HomeImprovement

I live in Texas where in February/March/April, it's humid AF but not hot enough to run the AC yet.

I solved the problem by buying this 70 pint Frigidaire dehumidifier.

If the humidity is over 70%, it'll fill up overnight and I empty it in the morning and let it rip until I get home and empty etc.

I suspect I really need two of them for my 2200 sqf house as it struggles to keep up because I turn it off when I want to watch TV etc. Still, it does a remarkable job of keeping mold out and the inside of the house pleasantly unmuggy.

u/Want_To_Be_Butter · 1 pointr/aspergers

The type of unit I linked to is usually allowed where normal window air conditioners aren't.

I've never heard of an apartment complex disallowing the type of air conditioner I linked to.

But yeah, if it's cool get a nice Dehumidifier. Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Frigidaire-70-Pint-Dehumidifier-Effortless-Humidity/dp/B00UWP07LK/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1518672680&sr=8-6&keywords=dehumidifier&dpID=316rM8FWZvL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

I own the 50 pint dehumidifier which I use in the winter, and I own the air conditioner I linked to, which I use in the summer.

I recommend both!