Living in the northern area of the country, overly dry conditions are often a concern.
- When the air is colder, it’s naturally dry.
Our Winter weather tends to linger for six to 8 weeks. It’s not unusual for the temperature to remain below freezing or even below zero. The lack of adequate humidity causes some problems. For 1 thing, overly dry air feels colder than properly moisturized air. Because of this, it’s tempting to turn up the thermostat. This not only makes problems with dryness worse but also increases the workload of the gas furnace. The device experiences more wear plus tear, resulting in higher energy bills, greater impact on the environment plus an increased potential for malfunction. There’s also the risk of disfigure to house furnishings. Wood tends to dry out plus crack, which is absolutely disappointing for songsal instruments, antiques plus hardwood floors, doors plus moldings. A lack of moisture in the air can cause nasal passages to dry out, making the family more susceptible to colds plus flu. It elevates the opportunity for respiratory infection plus aggravates symptoms of asthma plus pollen irritations. Chapped lips, bloody noses, headaches, sore throat plus dry skin, including psoriasis plus eczema, are consequences of not enough moisture in the air. A whole-house humidifier is inpricey. Unlike portable varieties, this type of air quality accessory installs right into the gas furnace plus improves conditions in every room in the house. While there are weird types of humidifiers available, I chose a steam-style opportunity because it accommodates the demands of a larger home. It uses electrodes to convert water into steam plus introduces the moisture into the air as it passes through the gas furnace. The house is much more comfortable now, plus I spend our money less in biweekly heating bills.