How long does a dehumidifier take to dry out a room? Plus, the 5 things that can speed it up

A white dehumidifier with a black top in a home hallway. Half paneled walls painted white, a black painted internal door, and a light wooden entryway table next to it.

Dehumidifiers are worth their weight in gold when it comes to keeping your home comfortable, preventing mold and dampness, and drying laundry inside quickly and without musty smells.

But the winter months are already expensive, with energy bills often reaching their peak. Running a dehumidifier constantly will only add to this, so it begs the question, how long does it take for a dehumidifier to dry out a room?