The water the dehumidifier collects is actually very clean water; comparable to distilled water. We don't have to resort to drinking water that drips from a dehumidifier. Tap water is perfectly acceptable!5 Jul 2018
Can you drink water from a dehumidifier if you boil it?
Moreover, the condensate can contain lead and other metal residues from the component parts of the dehumidifier. Unlike distilled water (see Nitty Gritty), dehumidifier water is never sterilized through boiling. In case you were still entertaining the thought, let me make it clear: do not drink the condensate!
What can I do with the water from my dehumidifier?
- Filling Irons. If you live in a hard water area, you're likely to be battling with limescale.
- Watering Plants. Inedible plants will love you dehumidifier water as it's soft and fairly neutral in pH.
- Flushing Toilets.
- For Cleaning.