- Is 22 pints enough for a basement?
- For a small, mildly damp basement up to about 1,500 square feet, yes. Very wet or large spaces need a higher-capacity unit, often 50 pints or more.
- Does it have a pump or continuous drain?
- No pump. It collects water in a 7-pint bucket, and continuous draining requires a gravity hose you supply and a floor drain below the unit.
- How noisy is it?
- It is rated up to 45 dBA, roughly the level of a quiet conversation. That is fine for a basement but noticeable in a bedroom at night.
- Can it run in a cold room?
- It is rated down to 40°F indoor temperature. Below that, coils can frost and performance drops, so unheated garages in winter are a poor fit.
- How much power does it use?
- It draws about 250 W in normal running, and it is Energy Star certified with an integrated energy factor near 1.57, which is efficient for its class.
- What is in the box?
- The unit and its 5.6-foot power cord. A drain hose is not included, so plan on buying one if you want continuous drainage.
- Where is the GE 22 Pint Dehumidifier cheapest?
- At eBay, for $169.99, as of our latest check.