I live in a two-story house with a basement walk out level. My house is air conditioned, but I always had a problem with the humidity level building up in the basement during the hotter rainier months. This caused a musty smell as well as a little mold and mildew forming here and there on some surfaces. I bought a Waykar YDZ-120 to help me solve this problem. I was surprised at the amount of water this product was removing from the air in the basement. It wasn’t long before the humidity was less than 50% and has remained under control. Through humidity reduction and control, the musty smell and any mold and mildew problems were mitigated.
Having the Waykar dehumidifier controlling the basement humidity also helped control the humidity in the rest of the house. My AC unit doesn’t have to work quite as hard with some humidity control assistance from the Waykar. My house is more comfortable on every level now.
The Waykar YDZ-120 dehumidifier worked so well in my house that I bought another one for use in my woodworking hobby shop. My shop is not air conditioned so during the hotter rainier months the humidity can get quite high and hover in the 65% to 75% range. Not only does the high humidity make it more uncomfortable for me to work, but it also caused rusting problems on my tools and power equipment. The cast iron on my table saw, jointer and planer and even my hand planes were always developing surface rust. Mildew and mold were also forming on my steel tool boxes and other surfaces. It has been my personal experience that rusting, mildew and mold no longer occurs in my shop when I keep the humidity level under 50%. My Waykar dehumidifier is set to automatically maintain a 40% to 45% humidity level which has eliminated my rust, mildew and mold issues and makes it so much more comfortable and healthier for me to work in my shop too.
• I like the fact that the Waykar TDZ-120 is “Energy Star” certified. This means it uses less energy and works considerably more efficiently than non-certified dehumidifiers.
• It like the “Inside-Drying” feature which when activated automatically dries out the dehumidifier coils to help mitigate any internal mold formation.
• I like the 1 gallon internal removable water drain tank with carrying handle that allows me to use the dehumidifier at any location in my house. The Waykar will automatically shut off when the tank is full and alert me via the control panel display that the tank needs to be emptied. I can also attach a drain hose to the unit for continuous drainage via my floor drain in the basement.
• I like the “High Low” fan setting feature. I set it on high to get the humidity lowered to the desired level and then switch to low to quietly maintain the desired humidity.
• I like the “Child Lock” feature to keep the curious grandkids from messing with the setting when they come over for a visit. When activated fan speed, mode and humidity settings are locked.
• I like the internal ‘Air Filter” which is easily removable, washable and helps keep the dehumidifier coils clean, so they work at maximum efficiency. A fine nylon mesh is attached to the removable panel that works well as the filter.
• I like the fact that Waykar dehumidifiers come with a 1 year warranty but they will extend the warranty to 2 years simply by going on-line and registering your purchase.
• I like that if you email Waykar Tech Support with a problem, concern or question they are very responsive.
I have attached a few pictures of my favorite features.
I recently purchased the Waykar dehumidifier for my basement, and it’s been a fantastic investment! Right out of the box, it was easy to set up, and the sleek, modern design fits well without taking up too much space. My basement is about 4500 sq ft, and this unit has been very effective at keeping the humidity down. Within just a day or two, I noticed a significant drop in moisture and the air feels fresher.
One of the standout features is the continuous drain option. This saves me from emptying the tank daily, which is a huge plus. The unit also has a large water tank, so if I need to use it without the drain, I don’t have to empty it constantly. It’s pretty quiet too, making it easy to live with even when it’s running non-stop in a big space.
I also appreciate the intelligent control settings. The auto shut-off and adjustable humidity settings are convenient, allowing me to set my preferred humidity level and let the machine handle the rest. Overall, I’m very satisfied with my Waykar dehumidifier—it’s reliable, efficient, and has helped transform my basement into a more comfortable space!
This unit has served our home well for the past four years. It is simple to use and drains into our basement sink with no issues. I would recommend this product. It looks sleek as well!
I bought the Waykar 80-pint dehumidifier for my Florida home, and it has done an amazing job pulling moisture out of the air. The difference in comfort was noticeable almost immediately. The auto feature is a big plusonce I set my desired humidity level, the unit does the rest with minimal input.
It is a little noisy, but when I contacted Waykars customer service about it, they didnt hesitate to offer a *free replacement unit*. Their customer support is truly outstandingresponsive, helpful, and committed to making sure youre satisfied.
Highly recommend this dehumidifier to anyone looking to reduce household humidity. Great product, great support, and well worth the investment!
I purchased a Waykar 155 pint commercial dehumidifier after reading positive reviews online. Here are the details of my experience with this unit:
1. It is powerful and the range of humidity control is excellent. I did a test and set up a drying rack with wet clothes in the room. Within an hour the shirts were completely dry and heavier items (jeans and towels) within a couple of hours.
2. Unlike other dehumidifiers I’ve owned, this unit does not have a removable water reservoir. Water either goes directly out of the dehumidifier by hose (bypassing the internal reservoir), or it is directed into an internal reservoir and pumps out automatically when the reservoir is full. I tried both features and prefer the internal reservoir/pump option. It allows me to use a large bucket to collect water without the constraint of other types of units with a removable reservoir that would need to be emptied more often.
3. I initially had an issue with determining how to configure the hoses for the two different options for water outlet (from #2 above) but Waykar customer service is excellent. They sent me a video showing what to do -- it involved redirecting a hose inside the unit, which did not require any exceptional handy-person skills.
4. Seeing the amount of water that is being collected in the bucket is ironically satisfying. It tells me (a) that this dehumidifier is incredibly effective and (b) my house really needed this. Initially the dehumidifier was extracting more than a large bucket of water a day.
5. I’m including 2 photos showing water collection. The white bucket is taller than the hose outlet and the thin hose to the left is pumping water out of the internal reservoir. For the direct outlet (larger hose coming out of the right side) I used a smaller/shorter bucket because I believe this is relying on gravity to expel water from the unit.
I hope this is helpful to someone considering this dehumidifier. I am very happy with my purchase of this commercial unit.
