Humidification in the Winter

February 23, 2015

Making certain of comfort in the colder season requires more than just a warm coat, gloves and a hat. In order to keep cozy, we have to be mindful of one of the most ignored aspects of colder weather: dry air. The frigid weather pulls all the humidity out of the air, instigating many problems for your family and home. Dry air adds the dangers of everything from disease to even shocks from static. All these hypothetical problems can be avoided with the use of a humidifier.

Why does the air dry out? What can you do about it?

When temperatures lower, the structure and formation of the air itself modifies. The chilly air has less moisture than hot air, which is why lips and skin can get chapped and dry much more often in the cold weather. Our bodies aren’t the only items that dry during the colder months – wood floors, furniture and paint in and near our homes have a larger risk of splitting and chipping in the dry air.

The best way to increase moisture to your home is with humidification. Humidifiers provide whole-home air moisture and can grant you back control of your home air. It is straightforward and painless to install to your current HVAC system to begin the circulation and allocation of consistent air.

Added benefits with humidifiers

  • Sustaining humidity levels can lower your spending by not having to worry about ruined flooring, furniture or paint.
  • It can lower the chance of getting shocked through static electricity.
  • Adding a humidifier can help ease skin irritations and dry skin.
  • Humidifiers can create a good environment for indoor plants. Appropriately humidified home air can present plants the utmost chance at survival.

Why settle with the side effects of dry air this time of year when proper humidification is an easy and effective resolution? Keep your home comfortable and keep your family healthy this winter as the flu hits. Learn more about how to include a humidifier to your home in Phoenix, give the pros at Dial One Mears Air Conditioning & Heating Inc a call at 602-832-7808.