A homeowner hoping to power a commercial dehumidifier with solar is finding that even a single appliance can use a lot of electricity. One commenter calculated that running the unit nonstop could consume approximately 18.2 kilowatt-hours a day.
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The homeowner posted in Reddit's r/solarDIY community that the first appliance they plan to power with their 48-volt solar system is a Vevor 156-pint commercial dehumidifier.
The homeowner wanted to weigh buying components separately against purchasing an Amazon kit in the $2,000-$5,000 range. A commenter estimated the appliance's power draw at 759 watts, making operating time an important factor in choosing a system.
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Future expansion is part of the homeowner's plan, beyond the system's initial job of powering the dehumidifier. For around $1,500, an Eco-Worthy home-backup package offered a 5.12-kilowatt-hour battery configuration. A commenter linked to that package as an option.
"Not a bad kit for around $1500, and you can expand it later as needed with additional batteries and inverters," the commenter wrote.
For homeowners exploring a broader home-energy setup, EasyHome can also help them explore backup battery storage options. Pairing solar with a battery allows homeowners to maximize savings and power their home with solar when the grid goes down.
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Homeowners tackling similar solar projects have had to balance appliance demand with panel output and battery capacity. Their plans range from running dehumidifiers and air conditioners to keeping a system powered around the clock.
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