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Drying Time Calculator

Estimate how long drying might take based on room size, humidity, temperature, dehumidifier capacity, materials, and the likely moisture source.

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Critical Drying Warning

Drying isn’t just “stick a dehumidifier in and hope”. If the source is still feeding moisture, the building won’t properly dry.

  • Hidden mould growth in voids and behind linings
  • Timber decay under floors and at wall plates
  • Recurring damp because the cause was never fixed
  • Permanent damage to finishes and insulation
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Enter Drying Parameters

30100
Flood: 90–100%. Damp rooms: 70–85%. Comfortable: 45–60%.
3070
Typical target for drying finishes: 50–60%.
530
Drying is faster with warmth + air movement (normally 18–25°C).
Ratings vary massively with temperature and RH. Real-world is usually lower.
If the source is still active, drying won’t complete until it’s fixed.
Denser materials hold and release moisture more slowly.
Air movement strips moisture off surfaces and speeds drying massively.
Drying Guidelines (real-world)
  • Surface moisture only: often 1–3 days with decent airflow
  • Leaks / wet materials: usually 7–21+ days depending on saturation
  • Flooding: 14–28+ days with proper equipment and monitoring
  • Ongoing moisture source: drying won’t complete until the cause is fixed
  • Verify with meters: don’t guess based on “it feels dry”

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Enter your details to estimate drying time and see what’s actually controlling it.

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Understanding Drying Times

Why drying takes time and what actually speeds it up.

Drying phases

Surface moisture dries first. Moisture inside plaster, masonry, timber and screeds takes far longer and needs monitoring.

Temperature

Warmer air can carry more moisture. Cold rooms slow extraction and reduce compressor dehumidifier performance.

Air movement

Still air creates a boundary layer at the surface. Fans/air movers strip moisture off faster and can cut drying time dramatically.

Typical Drying Timelines

Condensation drying

Surface moisture only

1–3 days

Ventilation + heat + extraction

Minor leak

Limited water penetration

3–7 days

Dehumidifier + fans, monitor with meters

Major leak

Significant wetting

7–14 days

Controlled environment, daily checks

Flood damage

Complete saturation

14–28+ days

Proper kit + moisture mapping

Ongoing moisture source

Moisture still being fed into the structure

Won’t complete

Fix the cause first (leaks, drainage, bridging, chimney defects, etc.)

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If drying is dragging on, it’s usually because the cause is still active or moisture is trapped in the fabric. Our surveys include moisture mapping and thermal imaging to find the real cause.

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