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01 · Larger spaces
Larger damp rooms
Commonly used for: open-plan living areas, larger bedrooms, lower-ground rooms and persistent damp spaces where compact units may be undersized.
Check firstConfirm room size and source resolution at booking.
55L Industrial Dehumidifier Hire London | Dri-Eaz DrizAir 1200 (230V)
£11.20 - £79.99 + VAT
Dri-Eaz DrizAir 1200 (230V) — the professional-grade industrial dehumidifier for construction drying, flood recovery, and large-scale refurbishment. Extracts up to 55 litres per day with automatic condensate pump-out and 12.2m drain hose for unattended 24/7 operation. Runs on standard UK 230V mains via BS1363 plug. Hot-gas bypass defrost for cold-site performance down to 1°C. Rotomoulded housing, semi-pneumatic wheels, 36 kg. Next-day delivery across Greater London.
Standard Delivery & CollectionDelivered to your door and collected when your hire ends. Both trips, one price.£35
Click & CollectSkip the delivery fee and collect from our West London depot. Usually ready the same day.FREE
Live tracking on every deliveryDeposit refunded in 2-3 working days020 3375 4048
Day based pricing : High-Capacity Industrial Dehumidifier (50–60 L)
1 - 1 days :
£39.99 Fixed
2 - 2 days :
£59.99 Fixed
3 - 7 days :
£79.99 Fixed
8 - 365 days :
£11.20 / Day
Latest estimated delivery date: Monday 6. July
55L High-Capacity Industrial Dehumidifier Hire
For larger damp areas, refurbishment drying support, post-leak rooms and commercial spaces.
Hire-grade Dri-Eaz 1200 hire from our London depot — part of our industrial dehumidifier hire London range, commonly used for larger drying jobs and contractor-style drying support. Automatic condensate pump-out and a high-airflow industrial design can support longer running periods where drainage is set up correctly.
Larger damp roomsRefurbishmentPost-leak drying supportCommercial spaces
Capacity55L/day class · lab figure
Power230VUK plug
DrainageAuto pump-outdrainage hose where supplied
DeliveryLondonUB6 7JD depot
Built for bigger drying jobs
55L industrial dehumidifier hire for larger damp rooms, leaks and refurbishment drying.
Commercial dehumidifier hire commonly used where compact units may be undersized — larger damp rooms, refurbishment work, post-leak drying support and managed commercial spaces.
02 · Refurbishment
Refurbishment / plaster drying support
Commonly used for: fit-out drying support and freshly plastered or painted areas where humidity control matters for the schedule.
Check firstHeat and ventilation help — for cold rooms an LGR may be more suitable.
03 · Post-leak / commercial
Post-leak drying support · commercial spaces
Commonly used for: drying support after a resolved leak, and in offices, shops or managed commercial rooms with persistent moisture.
Check firstSource must be fixed and surface water cleared. Pair with air movers if soft furnishings are affected.
What the 55L actually does
Helps reduce humidity in larger damp rooms and managed commercial spaces.
The Dri-Eaz 1200 is a refrigerant industrial dehumidifier — it does not dry walls or remove mould directly. It can help lower a room’s relative humidity so moisture can move out of walls, carpet and plaster into the air, where the unit can collect it.
Bringing a damp space closer to a common comfort range may help reduce condensation, musty smells and conditions associated with mould risk. Results vary depending on temperature, airflow, room size and moisture level.
Refrigerant performance varies with room temperature. Output may reduce noticeably below ~15°C. For cold sites and demanding drying jobs, an LGR option may be more suitable depending on conditions.
Indoor Humidity Scale (RH%)
30%50%70%90%
DryComfort rangeDampMould risk
Common comfort target: 45–55% RH (results vary by room)
Typical damp room: 70–80% RH (where many rooms start)
Indicative drying progress
Indicative drying progress over several days.
Example only. Drying time depends on room size, temperature, airflow, moisture level and whether the source of moisture has been resolved.
Day 1
Indicative
Assess & start
Confirm the source is resolved, isolate the area, position the unit and check drainage where supplied.
High RHStarting reading
Day 2
Indicative
Air may begin to clear
Humidity may start reducing if the room is warm, closed off and airflow is managed.
ReducingTrend depends on conditions
Day 3
Indicative
Materials may release moisture
Walls, carpet or plaster may continue releasing moisture into the air. Air movers can help where appropriate.
Trending downSite dependent
Day 4
Indicative
Room may feel more comfortable
Condensation and musty smells may reduce as humidity lowers, depending on conditions.
MonitorCheck progress
Day 5+
Indicative
Monitor and decide
Keep monitoring humidity. For heavy moisture, cold rooms or multi-room jobs, a larger / LGR setup may be more suitable.
Check readingsContinue or step up
55L vs smaller units
When to step up to 55L high-capacity dehumidifier hire.
Compact and commercial units are sized for single rooms or smaller jobs. The 55L Dri-Eaz 1200 is commonly chosen for larger areas, longer runs and more demanding moisture loads where smaller units may be undersized.
Choosing the right capacity can help avoid under-sizing the job. Speak to us if you’re unsure which tier fits your situation.
20LCompact
Compact Domestic
Single domestic room · light damp.
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38LCommercial
Broughton CR40 Commercial
Damp rooms · post-leak · plaster · occupied dwellings.
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43LCompact ind.
Dri-Eaz Cube Industrial
Tight-access industrial drying support.
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55LHigh-cap
Dri-Eaz 1200 — High-Capacity Industrial
Larger damp rooms · refurbishment · post-leak commercial spaces.
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63LLGR
Dri-Eaz Revolution LGR
Cold sites · demanding flood-recovery drying support.
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95LLGR
95L LGR / Industrial Building Dryer
Large-area LGR drying support where appropriate.
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Job suitability guide
Where the 55L Dri-Eaz 1200 fits — and where to step up.
Use this guide to confirm the high-capacity industrial unit suits your job. Speak to us if your situation isn’t listed.
55L may be suitable for
Good fit
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Larger damp roomsOpen-plan living areas, lower-ground rooms, persistent damp spaces.
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Refurbishment drying supportPlaster, paint and fit-out drying support in heated, ventilated rooms.
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Small commercial premisesOffices, shops or managed commercial rooms — closed off and ventilated.
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Post-leak drying supportOnce the leak source is resolved and surface water has been cleared.
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Drying support with air moversPair with airflow to direct humidity off carpets and soft furnishings.
Check before booking / step up if
Speak to us
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Whole-property floodMulti-area, heavy moisture loads — multiple units or LGR may be needed.
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Cold unheated spacesRefrigerant output may reduce noticeably below ~15°C.
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Unresolved leak / structural dampThe source needs addressing first by a suitable professional.
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Multi-room heavy moistureA larger building dryer or multiple units may be more suitable.
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Very low temperature siteBelow ~15°C an LGR option (63L Dri-Eaz Revolution) may be more suitable.
Drying performance depends on site conditions
Even a high-capacity dehumidifier depends on the site.
Warmth, airflow, drainage and containment all affect drying performance. The 55L unit can help, but conditions on site shape the result.
Factor 01
Temperature
Refrigerant output may reduce noticeably below ~15°C.
Factor 02
Airflow
Air movers help direct moist air past wet surfaces.
Factor 03
Moisture load
Larger or wetter areas extend drying time.
Factor 04
Containment
Closed, controlled rooms support better drying performance.
Recommended setup
Recommended drying kit for stronger drying support.
A high-capacity dehumidifier works best as part of a setup. Often paired with airflow, heat and continuous drainage where appropriate.
01Core
55L Dri-Eaz 1200
The high-capacity industrial dehumidifier — extracts moisture from larger areas with auto pump-out drainage.
Selected unit ★
02Add-on
Air mover
Often paired with the 55L to direct airflow at carpets and soft furnishings.
Often paired
03Conditions
Heat / warm room
Where appropriate, warm conditions support refrigerant performance.
Where appropriate
04Drainage
Continuous drainage
Drainage hose can route condensate to a suitable sink, gully or drain where supplied and set up correctly.
Where supplied
The Hireload service promise
Premium hire service from a London depot.
Delivery options across Greater London, kerbside standard with indoor placement where access allows. Confirm at booking.
Checked between hires
Each unit is checked at our depot before the next hire.
London delivery options
Greater London delivery, subject to access and availability. Confirm at booking.
Free depot collection
Collect from our Greenford depot (UB6 7JD) where preferred.
Help choosing the right unit
Speak to our team if unsure — we’ll suggest a sensible option from the range.
FAQ
FAQs about 55L industrial dehumidifier hire in London.
Answers to common questions about high-capacity industrial dehumidifier hire London, larger damp rooms, refurbishment drying support, post-leak drying and choosing the right capacity.
What is the 55L industrial dehumidifier suitable for?
The 55L Dri-Eaz 1200 is a high-capacity industrial dehumidifier hire commonly used for larger damp rooms, refurbishment drying support, post-leak drying support (where the source has been resolved), and small commercial spaces such as offices and shops. Hire-grade industrial equipment used on real drying jobs. Drying performance varies depending on temperature, airflow, room size and moisture level.
When should I choose 55L instead of a 20L or 38L unit?
The 55L is the more sensible choice when the affected area is larger than a single room, when the moisture load is heavy, or when longer runs are needed. The 20L Compact Domestic is sized for single rooms; the 38L Broughton CR40 is sized for studio flats and damp rooms; the 55L steps up for larger areas and demanding drying support. Speak to us if unsure.
Can I use it after a leak?
Yes, where the leak source has been fixed and surface water has been cleared. Place the 55L in the affected area and consider pairing with an air mover for soft furnishings. For multi-room flooding, cold sites or whole-property situations, an LGR option such as the 63L Dri-Eaz Revolution may be more suitable depending on conditions.
Can it help with plaster drying?
Yes, it is commonly used for plaster and refurbishment drying support in heated, ventilated rooms (typically above ~15°C) by helping to reduce humidity around wet plaster or paint. For cold rooms or fast contractor schedules, an LGR option may be more suitable. Drying time depends on temperature, ventilation, plaster thickness and original moisture level.
Is it suitable for commercial spaces?
Yes, for managed commercial spaces such as offices, shops, small commercial rooms or studio flats. Suitable where the area can be closed off and ventilation managed. Confirm room size, moisture load and access at booking.
Does it need a special power supply?
No. Our 55L Dri-Eaz 1200 hire is supplied as the 230V version — runs from a standard UK 230V supply. No three-phase or specialist wiring is required.
Can it drain continuously?
Yes. The Dri-Eaz 1200 has an automatic condensate pump-out feature. Connected to a sink, gully or floor drain via a drainage hose where supplied, continuous drainage can support longer running periods where set up correctly with a suitable drain.
How long does drying take?
It varies. Drying performance depends on room size, temperature, airflow, moisture level, the cause of the damp and whether the source has been resolved. We don’t guarantee specific drying times. Speak to us if you’d like advice on sizing for a deadline.
Do I need air movers as well?
Often yes for post-leak jobs and refurbishment drying. Where carpets, underlay, soft furnishings or plaster are affected, pairing the 55L with an air mover can help direct airflow to the wet surfaces. Ask us if you’d like to add one to the booking.
Is it suitable for cold or unheated spaces?
Refrigerant performance may reduce noticeably below ~15°C. For unheated garages, lock-ups, warehouses or building sites in winter, a Low-Grain Refrigerant option such as the 63L Dri-Eaz Revolution may be more suitable depending on conditions.
Do you deliver across London?
Yes. London delivery and collection are available, subject to access and availability. Free collection from our Greenford depot (UB6 7JD) is also available. Kerbside delivery is standard, with indoor placement options where access allows. Confirm at booking.
Speak to our team before you book
Need help choosing the right drying setup?
Tell us the room size, moisture issue, temperature, access and timeframe — we’ll help you choose a sensible option from the Hireload drying range.
Guidance on this page is general and based on typical high-capacity industrial refrigerant dehumidifier performance (Dri-Eaz 1200, 55L). Drying time and outcomes depend on room size, temperature, airflow, moisture level, the cause of the damp and whether the source has been resolved. A dehumidifier can help reduce moisture but is not a substitute for fixing leaks, removing existing mould or addressing structural damp. For demanding drying jobs, multi-room leaks, cold spaces or any uncertainty about suitability, see our full dehumidifier range or speak to our team.
High-capacity dehumidifier hire · London
The 55L step-up — when one Cube isn’t enough
The Dri-Eaz DrizAir 1200 is the workhorse for bigger, wetter jobs: a whole-house flood, a large commercial space, or several rooms at once. It pushes more air (325 m³/h), pumps its water out through a 12 m hose so you can reach a distant drain, and keeps working down to 1 °C. Roll it into place on its wheels, plug into any 13 A socket, and leave it running.
More capacity
Up to 55 L/day peak · around 28–30 L in a real room — a genuine step up from the Cube.
12 m pump reach
Pumps water out to a distant sink or drain, up to ~6 m uphill. No tank to empty.
Roll it room to room
Wheeled build for multi-room jobs. A 36 kg unit — moved on its wheels, not carried.
Works down to 1 °C
Keeps drying in cold spaces where smaller units fade (best above ~15 °C).
Verified specification
Dri-Eaz DrizAir 1200 (230V) — the numbers, checked
Every figure here is from Dri-Eaz / Legend Brands’ own documentation for the 230V unit, not reseller copy. Where a spec depends on conditions or the individual hire unit, we say so.
Water removal
Up to 55 L/day
at 32°C/90%RH · around 28–30 L/day in a typical room
Power
230 V · 3.0 A
~690 W · 7.6 m cable · RCD required, no extension leads
Airflow
325 m³/h
approx. 191 CFM
Working range
1–38°C
best 20–29°C · fades below ~15°C · ≈60 dB
Size
83 × 50 × 50 cm
stackable two-high
Weight
36 kg
wheeled — moved, not carried
Drainage
Built-in pump-out
12 m hose · up to ~6 m uphill · no tank
Refrigerant / filter
R-410A · 3M HAF
washable-screen intake filter (vacuum only)
Control
Digital touchpad
no humidistat — runs continuously until switched off
Which dehumidifier do I need?
Match the machine to the job — honestly
Litres-per-day ratings are quoted in warm lab conditions; a real UK room gives less. The Cube and the 55L both sit around 28–30 L in the real world — the 55L wins on peak capacity, airflow and pump reach, not on doubling the water. Here’s the straight version.
One-person portable
Cube 43L (F571)
~22 L/day realistic
A single flooded room, a leak, drying-out where access is tight and you carry it up the stairs (22.7 kg).
Best where one room needs drying and you need to carry it in.
Step-up workhorse · this
55L DrizAir 1200
~28–30 L/day realistic · 55L peak
Bigger or several rooms, a whole-house flood, a large commercial space. More airflow, 12 m pump reach, wheeled.
Reach for this when one Cube isn’t enough — and you can wheel a 36 kg unit into place.
Deep / restoration
90L LGR
Lower target humidity
Restoration-grade drying, stubborn deep moisture, lower humidity targets. LGR pulls moisture further down.
Cold rooms below ~15 °C often want a desiccant instead — just ask us.
Not sure between the Cube and the 55L? Send us the room size and what happened on WhatsApp — we’ll tell you the right unit, not the biggest one.
55L vs the rest of the range
Pick by what the job actually needs
| Cube 43L | 55L DrizAir (this) | 90L LGR | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | One room, tight access | Bigger / multi-room, whole-house flood | Deep restoration, low humidity |
| Realistic water / day | ~22 L | ~28–30 L (55L peak) | Highest, driest air |
| Airflow | 220 m³/h | 325 m³/h | High |
| Move it | Carry — 22.7 kg | Wheel it — 36 kg | Wheel it — heavy |
| Drainage | Pump-out, 6 m hose | Pump-out, 12 m hose | Pump-out |
| Cold rooms | Fades below ~15°C | Works to 1°C (best >15°C) | LGR helps; desiccant best |
| Typical job | Burst pipe, one room | Whole-house flood, big space | Restoration, cellars |
Different drying technologies suit different conditions — the plain-English version, and which of our units it points to.
| Technology | Works best | Good for | Our unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refrigerant | Warm rooms above ~15°C | Everyday flood & damp drying | Cube 43L & 55L DrizAir 1200 |
| LGR | Lower target humidity | Restoration-grade, stubborn moisture | 90L LGR |
| Desiccant | Cold rooms below ~15°C | Garages, cellars, winter drying | Ask us — condition-dependent |
Included with your hire
Using Your 55L Dehumidifier: The 2-Minute Guide
Your machine: Dri-Eaz DrizAir 1200 · 55L class · wheeled · pumps its own water out · standard 230V plug
Quick start
Six steps and it’s running
No experience needed. Follow the cards in order — most jobs are set up in a few minutes.
01
Wheel it into place
Roll it in on its wheels. If it travelled on its side, stand it upright for 30 minutes before switching on.
02
Position it
Firm, level floor — against a wall is fine, with space around the top and back for airflow.
03
Uncoil the drain hose fully
Run the 12 m hose to a sink, drain or gully — fully uncoiled, no kinks, no more than ~6 m uphill. A coiled hose is the number-one cause of leaks.
04
Close windows and doors
Seal the room so the machine dries the air, not the street.
05
Plug in, press ON
Any standard 230V socket, straight to the wall (no extension leads). Press ON on the panel.
06
Give it a minute
The screen shows a short “CMPRSR DELAY” countdown, then it runs. Warm air out = working. Leave it 24/7.
That’s it. It runs continuously and empties itself — you don’t need to do anything else.
Know your machine
The panel, in plain English
A digital touchpad with a single text display and four keys. There are no warning lights — everything shows as text.
- 1
ON / OFF. Starts and stops the machine.
- 2
Display. Cycles the screen through status and the two hour counters.
- 3
Clear. Clears a message after a power cut, and resets a counter.
- 4
Purge Pump. Empties water out through the hose. It also does this by itself every few minutes.
- 5
Pump-out hose. Water leaves here through the 12 m hose. Keep it fully uncoiled and no more than ~6 m uphill.
- 6
Intake filter. Keep it clear — a clogged filter is a common cause of “no water”.
Messages you’ll see are normal: CMPRSR DELAY (starting up) · DEFROST ON (clearing frost) · PURGE (emptying water)
While it’s running
All of this is normal
Most “it’s broken” calls are one of these six. None is a fault — the machine is doing its job.
Normal
No water in any tank
There is no tank. It pumps water straight out through the hose, so an empty machine is correct.
Normal
It never switches off
There’s no humidistat — it runs continuously until you stop it. That’s how it’s meant to work on a drying job.
Normal
Warm air blowing out
That’s the drying process. It gently warms the room, which helps it dry faster.
Normal
Screen says “DEFROST”
It’s melting frost off the coil. Water pauses briefly, the fan keeps going, then it carries on.
Normal
“CMPRSR DELAY” at start
A short countdown that protects the compressor. It happens every time you switch on.
Normal
A spurt down the hose
The pump clearing itself out every few minutes. You’ll hear it now and then.
Troubleshooting
Something not right? Start here
Written the way people actually describe it. Each fix takes about a minute.
“It’s not collecting any water”
Usual cause
Nearly always normal — no tank, it drains through the hose. Otherwise the filter is clogged, or the room is already dry.
The fix
Check water is running from the hose end. Vacuum the intake filter if dusty. Warm air at the top means it’s working.
“There’s water on the floor” / screen says ER9
Usual cause
The hose, almost every time: coiled, kinked, or lifted more than ~6 m. “ER 9” is the blocked-hose code.
The fix
Fully uncoil the hose, drop it below ~6 m of lift, press Purge. Still showing? Switch off, unplug, clear the hose, restart.
“The screen says DEFROST and it stopped making water”
Usual cause
A normal defrost — melting frost off the coil so it can keep working.
The fix
Nothing needed. The fan stays on, water pauses briefly, then it resumes on its own. Constant defrosting means the room is very cold.
“It’s blowing warm air / it won’t switch off”
Usual cause
Both by design — warm dry air is the drying process, and there’s no humidistat so it runs continuously.
The fix
Leave it running. Judge progress with a moisture meter or hygrometer, not by whether it stops.
“It stopped after a power cut”
Usual cause
The power was interrupted. The machine rests before restarting to protect the compressor.
The fix
Wait about 5 minutes and it restarts itself. If a socket tripped, reset the fuse board. Dead with no screen? Call us.
“It’s really noisy / hot air and no water”
Usual cause
A steady hum is normal for a site machine. Fierce hot air with zero water, or a new banging noise, can be a genuine fault.
The fix
Switch off and give us a call — two minutes on WhatsApp with a photo usually tells us whether to swap it.
Drying after a flood on an insurance claim? Photograph your electricity meter before you start — drying electricity is usually reclaimable, and our itemised invoice is accepted by insurers.
Before you call us — the 30-second check
- Screen showing DEFROST or CMPRSR DELAY? (that’s normal)
- Hose fully uncoiled, no kinks, under ~6 m uphill?
- Intake filter clear?
- Windows and doors closed, warm air at the top?
All yes and still stuck? Two minutes on WhatsApp usually sorts it.
Safety
Five rules — that’s all
- 230V + RCD, no extension leads. Plug straight to the wall. Dry hands; never handle the plug from a wet floor.
- It’s a 36 kg wheeled unit. Roll it — don’t lift it alone. Get help on stairs or into a van.
- Keep it upright and level. If it’s been on its side, wait 30 minutes before switching on.
- Nothing on top, keep it clear. Don’t cover it or block the airflow while it’s running.
- Purge before you move it. Switch off, leave plugged in 10 minutes, press Purge, then unplug and drain the hose.
End of hire
Before we collect — two minutes
- 1
Press OFF. Leave it plugged in for 10 minutes, then press Purge to clear the pump.
- 2
Unplug, disconnect the hose and let it finish draining.
- 3
Coil the cable and hose loosely over the unit; vacuum the filter if it’s easy.
- 4
Leave it upright and dry, wheeled to where we can reach it.
Handed back like this, your deposit goes straight back — no questions, no delays.
Straight answers
The questions people actually ask
Cube 43L or the 55L — which do I need?
In the real world both remove around 28–30 litres a day, so the 55L isn’t “double” the Cube. Choose the 55L for its bigger peak capacity, stronger airflow and 12 m pump reach on larger or multi-room jobs — and when you can wheel a 36 kg unit into place. Choose the Cube when one room needs drying and you need to carry it up the stairs.
What size dehumidifier do I need for a big room or a flood?
For a whole flooded room, a large commercial space or several rooms, the 55L is the sensible workhorse. For very deep or restoration-grade drying, step up to the 90L LGR. For a single tight-access room, the Cube 43L is plenty.
How much water does it really remove?
Up to 55 litres a day at warm, humid lab conditions; in a normal UK room expect around 28–30 litres, tapering as the room dries. That’s the honest figure — ratings are always quoted at their best-case.
Where does the water go — is there a tank?
No tank. A built-in pump pushes water out continuously through a 12 m hose to a sink, drain or gully, up to about 6 m uphill. You never empty a bucket — just keep the hose uncoiled.
How long will it take to dry my property?
A wet room is typically several days; a whole-house flood is often three to six weeks; deep-soaked masonry longer. Fix the source of water first, keep rooms closed, pair with air movers, and judge by a moisture meter rather than the calendar.
Does it work in a cold space?
It keeps running down to 1 °C, better than smaller units, though output drops below ~15 °C. For very cold rooms a desiccant unit is the right tool — tell us the conditions and we’ll point you to it.
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