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Jcotrel1
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# Posted: 6 Feb 2022 16:41
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Hey guys. I'm looking to put a dehumidifier in my crawl space this spring. Don't want to have to empty it manually. Do they make one that pumps outside automatically or do I need to put in a sump pump too? What brands/models do you recommend? 700 square foot crawl space. 4 feet high.
Thanks!
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gcrank1
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# Posted: 6 Feb 2022 20:48
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How about digging a drain hole, maybe drop in and backfill a pvc pipe, and have it just drain down and soak in?
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Jcotrel1
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# Posted: 6 Feb 2022 21:20
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I want to get it away from the house. The water table is high, which is part of my moisture problem. Even with a vapor barrier, I can't keep anything down there in the warmer months.
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travellerw
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# Posted: 6 Feb 2022 22:12
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Quoting: Jcotrel1 I want to get it away from the house. The water table is high, which is part of my moisture problem. Even with a vapor barrier, I can't keep anything down there in the warmer months.
I don't know any that have built in pumps. There are quite a few that you can remove the tank and instead attach a garden hose. But you need somewhere to drain it too.
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Nate R
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# Posted: 7 Feb 2022 08:16
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You can get what's known as a condensate pump and set it up that way, or there ARE some with pumps. I have a GE branded model, about $300 from HD that pumps when the tank is full. Been working great.
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Jcotrel1
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# Posted: 7 Feb 2022 17:03
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Quoting: travellerw There are quite a few that you can remove the tank and instead attach a garden hose.
Good to know! Thank you!
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gcrank1
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# Posted: 7 Feb 2022 20:24
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Mine in the house has a hose fitting on the tank, think that is common.
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Fyrediver
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2022 10:06
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Yes, there are quite a few with pumps. We bought a fifth wheel and it came with one.
I recently purchased this one but without the pump.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MWQSGQ5?ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details&th=1
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Jcotrel1
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2022 14:31
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Thanks. I was looking at Honeywell 50-Pint 2-Speed Dehumidifier with Built-In Pump ENERGY STAR. But the ratings are terrible for the pump feature.
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gcrank1
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2022 15:22
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I want gravity dumping, no pump to fail.
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Jcotrel1
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# Posted: 11 Apr 2022 15:26
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I went with this Ivation 4,500 Sq Ft Smart Wi-Fi Energy Star Dehumidifier with App, Continuous Drain Hose Connector, Programmable Humidity, 2.25 Gal Reservoir for Medium and Large Rooms (4,500 Sq Ft). I put it on cinder blocks and popped a hole in the foundation wall to drain outside. Went with gravity drain based on the advice of most folks on here.
We'll see how it goes.
Thanks for all the help!
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