Thorair supplies commercial LGR dehumidifiers, air movers, HEPA air scrubbers and thermal imaging cameras to restoration companies, builders, strata managers and homeowners across Melbourne. Every unit ships from our Queensland warehouse with same-day dispatch, SAA and ASA certification and a two-year replacement warranty, and delivery to Melbourne typically takes three to four business days.
Drying buildings in Melbourne
Melbourne's weather changes by the hour, but the drying problem is consistent: cool, damp winters with indoor temperatures between 10 and 18 degrees, brick veneer homes with poor subfloor ventilation, and a huge stock of apartments with internal bathrooms. Thermostat defrost control on every Thorair unit matters more here than anywhere else in the country, because it keeps a refrigerant dehumidifier working in a cold Brunswick lounge room in July.
The Maribyrnong River flood of October 2022 inundated hundreds of homes in Maribyrnong, Kensington and Flemington, and the same system flooded Rochester, Echuca and Shepparton on the Murray and Goulburn. Day to day, Melbourne's restorers deal with burst pipes in winter, flexi-hose failures in apartments and storm damage from the spring fronts.
Common jobs we equip in Melbourne
- Maribyrnong, Kensington and Flemington flood recovery and mould remediation
- Apartment water losses across Docklands, Southbank, South Yarra and Box Hill towers
- Brick veneer subfloors and wet carpets in the eastern and south-eastern suburbs
- Construction drying on slabs and plaster during Melbourne winters
- Regional work in Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo and the Murray towns
Recommended equipment for Melbourne restorers
| Job | Equipment | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Single room, apartment or bathroom | Pro LGR 50L dehumidifier + 2 air movers | 32 kg, stackable, runs from one 10 amp outlet |
| Whole-of-house flood | 70L or Pro LGR 90L + 6 to 8 air movers | Up to 105 L/day removal, 600 CFM airflow, pump-out to drain |
| Mould remediation | HEPA air scrubber + dehumidifier | 500 CFM HEPA filtration with optional carbon stage for odour |
| Finding hidden moisture | Thermal imaging camera | Locate wet wall cavities and subfloors before you set up |
| Home and office air quality | ThorAir air purifier | 1000 m³/h HEPA and UV purification for large rooms |
All Thorair dehumidifiers use low grain refrigerant technology with R410A refrigerant, thermostat defrost control, washable filters and a built-in condensate pump. Read how LGR drying works or compare the range on the commercial dehumidifiers page.
Delivery to Melbourne, VIC
We hold stock at Warehouse 1, 14 Wheeler Crescent, Currumbin Waters on the Gold Coast. Orders placed before 2pm AEST are dispatched the same business day with tracking, and delivery to Melbourne usually takes three to four business days. Fleet orders for restoration companies are palletised and delivered to your depot, and we can quote freight for regional addresses and remote sites. Shipping is calculated at checkout from your postcode, so you see the exact cost before you pay.
Support after the sale
Thorair is Australian owned and every machine is supported from Queensland. Replacement HEPA filters, pre-filters, hoses and pump kits are kept in stock, WiFi-enabled dehumidifiers can be checked from your phone while they run on site, and our team can size a drying set-up or put together fleet pricing for a Melbourne restoration business. Call 1300 263 551 or send us a message.
Frequently asked questions
Will an LGR dehumidifier work in a cold Melbourne house?
Yes, down to about 10 degrees. Thorair units include thermostat defrost control so the coil does not ice up in a cold room. Below 10 degrees a desiccant unit is the better tool, and warming the room a few degrees with the air movers running usually gets you back into LGR territory.
How long is freight to Melbourne?
Three to four business days by road after same-day dispatch from Queensland. Pallet freight for fleet orders can be quoted to your depot in Dandenong, Tullamarine or wherever you are based.
Do you supply Geelong, Ballarat and regional Victoria?
Yes. Everything ships Australia-wide, and regional Victorian deliveries usually take one extra day compared with Melbourne metro.
Also serving: Adelaide · Hobart · Canberra · all service areas
