A basement dehumidifier should be set to maintain a relative humidity of 45% to 50%. A basement dehumidifier setting can be slightly increased to 50% to 55% while you're away to conserve energy.

A basement dehumidifier should be set to maintain a relative humidity of 45% to 50%. A basement dehumidifier setting can be slightly increased to 50% to 55% while you're away to conserve energy.

Humidity is one of those invisible comfort killers that you usually only notice when it has already damaged your walls, your lungs or your energy bills. A dehumidifier should be your ally, yet a ...