As most homeowners know (some all too well), moisture and your home can be a bad combination. Depending on where that moisture is, it could even lead to some health hazards. This is why it comes as a surprise to those same individuals to hear about the possibility of adding a humidifier to their HVAC. Should you put a humidifier on your system? Read on to find out.
What role does an on-unit humidifier play?
During the winter months, many homeowners will have in-room humidifiers. These are often used to combat chronic issues such as dry skin, bloody noses, congestion, and headaches. In addition, low humidity can increase static electricity within a home. Have you ever kissed your spouse after walking on the carpet, only to get a small shock? That wasn’t cupid’s arrow — it was the result of low humidity in your home.
Do you want to add more moisture to your air?
So in many cases, yes, you will want to add more moisture to the air. As mentioned, it can help to mitigate several health issues. In addition, it can also help protect wood products in your home, such as your dining room table and trim.
But doesn’t moisture lead to mold?
This is a valid concern. Indeed, one of the leading causes of mildew and mold in the home is excessive moisture. If you’ve ever had a leak from your plumbing or a flood from excessive rain, there’s a reason why drying things out is so important. Mold thrives in dark, cold, and wet environments.
So why do I have a dehumidifier in my basement?
This is one of the reasons you probably have a dehumidifier in your basement. As that room in your home is most prone to excessive moisture buildup, ensuring that it stays at an optimal level of humidity is vitally important to reducing (and preventing) mold growth.
So should I put a humidifier on my HVAC?
However, an on-unit whole-home humidifier serves a specific function: to restore the lack of humidity in your home. This is usually a result of running your furnace in the winter. The more the furnace recycles the air in your home and heats it, the drier your home will become.
A whole-home humidifier is a great way to combat that problem. In addition, the settings within your unit can set the humidity to a certain level through what’s called a humidistat. This functions like a thermostat, except it’s for the humidity in your home instead of the temperature.
If you experience any of the chronic health conditions we mentioned, it may be worth considering adding a whole-home humidifier to your HVAC system.
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Our team can help you decide if adding a humidifier to your HVAC system is the right call. While there are several things to keep in mind before doing so, we’ll make certain that your on-unit humidifier is installed properly and that you understand how to use it correctly.
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