Humidification in the Winter

February 23, 2015

Guaranteeing comfort in the colder season entails more than just a warm coat, gloves and a hat. In order to keep warm, we have to be mindful of one of the most ignored aspects of cooler weather: dry air. The frigid weather extracts all the humidity out of the air, instigating many difficulties for your family and home. Dry air enhances the risk of everything from disease to even shocks from static. All these hypothetical concerns can be counteracted with the use of a humidifier.

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

When temperatures drop, the structure and formation of the air itself alters. The winter air has less moisture than summer 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 entities that dry during the winter – wood floors, furniture and paint in and near our homes have a higher risk of splitting and chipping in the dry air.

The greatest way to insert 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 simple and painless to install to your current HVAC system to start the circulation and dispersal of dependable air.

Added benefits with humidifiers

  • Maintaining humidity levels can save you money by not having to worry about ruined flooring, furniture or paint.
  • It can decrease the possibility of getting shocked through static electricity.
  • Adding a humidifier can help lessen skin irritations and dry skin.
  • Humidifiers can promote a reliable environment for indoor plants. Properly humidified home air can give plants the utmost chance at survival.

Why settle with the side effects of dry air this season when proper humidification is an easy and effective solution? Keep your home snug and keep your family in good health this winter as the flu makes its rounds. Learn more about how to add a humidifier to your home in Northglenn, give the professionals at Northglenn Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. a call at 303-452-4146.