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Humidity and Your Health: The Importance of Avoiding Over-Dry Indoor Air

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Winter air is notoriously dry, and the effect of that dryness can be considerable: Over-dry air can leave your family more prone to flu, asthma, allergies, sore throats, and skin irritations, and can even damage your floors and furniture.

Fortunately, there’s an easy way to keep healthy humidity levels in your Connecticut home: invest in a whole house humidifier.

A whole house humidifier works directly with your home heating and cooling system, pumping the exact amount of water vapor needed through the air in your ductwork. All you need to do is set the you humidity level you want through your humidifier-ready thermostat and you’ll be ready to experience the benefits of properly dried air, including:

The bottom line: Maintaining proper humidity is a key to keeping your family healthy all year long, but especially in the cold, dry winter. With a whole house humidifier –professionally installed by Jennings Oil – you’ll breathe easier now and for many winters to come.

Want healthier air in your home this winter? Contact Jennings Oil today for a FREE Estimate on a humidifier or any of our other indoor air quality solutions.