How much does a dehumidifier cost per hour?

If you are considering a dehumidifier to control humidity in your home, you will want to know what the costs are. Dehumidifiers can vary in price, but it is also important to look at the energy consumption, as this directly affects your monthly energy costs. In this blog, we will delve deeper into the costs, both for minimal and maximum moisture problems.

Average energy consumption of a dehumidifier

A Bloomfold dehumidifier typically has an energy consumption of between 200 and 400 watts per hour, depending on the model. This means that the device uses between 0.2 and 0.4 kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity per hour. To calculate the cost of use, we need to take into account the energy price, which is on average around 0.40 euros per kWh in the Netherlands (although this can vary depending on your energy supplier and the time of year).

The average cost per hour

Let’s calculate how much a dehumidifier costs in an average situation, when there are not many moisture problems. Imagine that you use a dehumidifier with a consumption of 300 watts per hour, which is equal to 0.3 kWh. At an average electricity price of €0.40 per kWh, the device would cost about €0.12 per hour .

For example, if you have the device on for 8 hours a day, that would cost you around €1.00 per day. This could add up to €30.00 over the course of a month, depending on how often and how long you use the device.

Costs per hour for relatively few moisture problems

In situations where there are relatively few moisture problems, for example a slightly damp house in a temperate climate, you would not need to run the dehumidifier all day. Perhaps 2-4 hours of use per day would be sufficient to keep the humidity under control. In this case, the costs would be as follows:

Consumption per hour : 0.3 kWh
Cost per hour : €0.12
Use per day : 2 to 4 hours

If you use the dehumidifier 3 hours per day, this would cost you €0.36 per day, or approximately €10.80 per month.

Costs per hour for many moisture problems

However, if you are dealing with serious moisture problems – such as a basement that is prone to mold growth, or a room with high humidity due to a leak, for example – you may need to run the dehumidifier continuously to dry the air. This increases energy consumption and therefore costs.

Imagine that you have to run the dehumidifier 12 hours a day, which may be necessary for severe moisture problems. The costs would be as follows:

Consumption per hour : 0.3 kWh
Cost per hour : €0.12
Usage per day : 12 hours

In this scenario, it would cost you €1.44 per day, which amounts to €43.20 per month.

What does this mean for your monthly payments?

The monthly costs for using a dehumidifier can therefore vary greatly, depending on the severity of the moisture problems. Here is a summary of the possible costs per month:

• Minimal moisture problems : Approximately €10.80 per month (3 hours per day)
• Serious moisture problems : Approximately €43.20 per month (12 hours per day)

How can you limit costs as much as possible?

There are a number of ways to reduce the cost of a dehumidifier:

Smart use : Only switch on the dehumidifier when it is really necessary, for example in high humidity or after showering.

Timer function : The dehumidifiers have a timer function, so you can set them to switch off automatically after a certain number of hours.

Insulation and ventilation : Improve the ventilation in your home and ensure good insulation to prevent moisture problems, so that you need to use the dehumidifier less often.

The great thing about a dehumidifier is that you can decide how often and how long you use it. In some cases, it is not necessary to run the dehumidifier every day. If the humidity in your home is not too high, you can run the dehumidifier for a few hours a day, which keeps the costs down. Even a short daily use can be enough to keep the air quality in balance without causing your energy bill to skyrocket.

In addition, you can also use the dehumidifier strategically, for example after a rainy day or near a leak, so that you optimize the operation of the device without using unnecessary energy.

Conclusion

A Bloomfold dehumidifier is a useful appliance for controlling moisture problems in your home. The cost can vary depending on the severity of the moisture problem and how long you use the appliance. On average, it will cost you between €10 and €43 per month, depending on usage. By being conscious about how you use the appliance and taking other measures to reduce moisture, you can keep the costs down.