A Dehumidifier is a piece of electronic equipment that serves the purpose of reducing the level of humidity in the air and maintaining it. It works by extracting moisture from the air that passes through it thereby reducing the overall moisture content. It can be used in homes as well as offices to help fight allergies and keep the issues related to it at bay. Allergies can cause various health issues such as rashes on the skin, burning sensation in the eyes, stuffed up nose and breathing issues.

Advantages of a dehumidifier

• Dehumidifiers help in the reduction of the humidity level of your home or office and bringing down the chances of creating a breeding ground for allergens such as mold and mildew.
• By preventing the formation of mold and mildew it also helps prevent any smells that may be brought on with it.
• It helps people with breathing problems by reducing any irritation in the respiratory system thereby making it easier for them to breathe.
• It also helps you save money by reducing the electricity bill by helping your AC run more efficiently. When the AC runs, it has to do the job of cooling the air and removing moisture at the same time which makes it work hard, which would, in turn, mean that the AC will wear out sooner and will require more frequent repairs, but if the level of humidity is already low, then it won't have to work as much and will run more efficiently.
• An environment that has low humidity will also mean that your food will remain fresh for longer, especially the stuff such as bread etc. 
• A less humid environment also helps prevent rust formation and corrosion of various metallic equipment
• It also helps prevent mold formation on clothes and furniture.

A dehumidifier helps keep the environment of your home livable and keeps you healthy through the above ways. So, when you get into trouble, the best solution is getting a dehumidifier for your home.

Indicators that you need a dehumidifier

Humid air can cause various bacteria to grow and multiply since an environment high in moisture content and warmth is optimum for the growth of such bacteria which can cause various health issues. Below mentioned are some of the indicators that you may need a dehumidifier

• Allergies
• Rotting of wood
• Condensation
• Musty smells
• Water damage
• Rotting of wooden articles

Correct usage of a Dehumidifier

Everyone also needs to use the dehumidifier correctly to get maximum benefits. Below mentioned are the correct ways to use a dehumidifier and to get the most out of it

• Make sure that the water that gets collected in it is gotten rid of regularly.
• It needs to be positioned correctly for it to be able to extract maximum moisture from the air. Placing it in a central location and keeping all doors and windows closed will help it in achieving this.
• Using a dehumidifier at the right time will help you get maximum benefits and help cut down on the electricity charges, such as turning it on right after you take a bath.
• Cleaning the environment in which the dehumidifier is going to be used is also very important so that it doesn’t spread any particles of dust around.

By using a dehumidifier, one can prevent many allergies and diseases and help create a hospitable environment for oneself and others.