Whole-House Humidifiers: A Key to a Healthier Winter

If you have children, you’ve probably used a portable room humidifier to make their room more comfortable for sleeping. But what happens in the rest of your home when dry winter air sets in?

Properly humidified air is an important part of the home comfort equation, and the best way to manage humidity in your house is with a whole-house humidifier.

A whole-house humidifier connects directly with your home heating and cooling system, pumping water vapor through your ductwork – you simply dial in the humidity level you want through your thermostat, just as you would air temperature.

Some of the great benefits from controlling humidity in your home include:

• Greater comfort – Over-dry air can leave you more prone to asthma, allergies, sore throats, and cracked, itchy skin. You can greatly reduce these potential problems by maintaining proper humidity levels.
• Fewer health risks – By not drying out mucous membranes, properly humidified air keeps one of the body’s most important defenses against germs in tact.
• Lower bills – Humid air feels warmer than dry air; that means you can set your thermostat a few degrees cooler, saving money without sacrificing comfort.
• Less damage to your home and property – Dry air can crack wood floors, furniture, and even artwork. You can avoid these problems by keeping air properly humidified.

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.