Enjoy Better Health Through Home Humidity Control 

While we all complain about the weather and pay attention to the temperature in our homes, we tend to pay much less attention to the humidity level. That’s really too bad because low humidity can have unpleasant effects, making your life pretty uncomfortable. Things like a persistent cough, a bleeding nose, and dry, cracked, painful skin are among the effects of low humidity levels in your home.

In addition to these physical issues, low humidity can also lead to warped floors, baseboards, and furniture. And if you have a piano that won’t stay tuned, you might be surprised to know that low humidity could well be the cause of that problem.

The Culprit? Your HVAC System

Your HVAC that keeps you warm in winter and cool in summer, unfortunately, may also be taking too much humidity out of the air in your home. The resulting low humidity not only contributes to the physical problems we’ve mentioned but cold dry air in your home can make the indoor temperature feel cooler than it really is. Kind of an indoor wind chill effect, without the wind! 

The Solution? A Whole-house Humidifier 

One solution to the humidity problem that homeowners sometimes resort to is a one-room humidifier. That can provide relief in a particular room, but at best this is a band-aid way of dealing with the problem of low humidity in your home.

A far better solution is a whole-house humidifying system installed by the indoor air quality experts at Tri-Star Heating & Cooling.

Here are some of the ways you can benefit from whole-house humidity control.

• Automatic control of the humidity level – With whole-house humidity control, you can set the humidity to the desired level, and uncomfortable dry air becomes a thing of the past!
• A healthier environment – For most of us, a relative humidity level of 35-45% seems to be the most beneficial. Moisture-rich air in this range has been shown to reduce the likelihood of things like dry skin, sore throats, itchy eyes, and respiratory issues, among others. That can be hugely beneficial to any family members suffering from asthma or COPD.
• Protection of  your home and possessions – Maintaining a healthy humidity level in your home can also protect and preserve things like wood floors and baseboards, furniture, and that cherished family piano.
• Lower utility bills – When the indoor air feels cooler than the actual temperature, you normally will turn up the heat, leading to higher heating costs. A humidifying system distributing moisture throughout your home through your existing ductwork will make the indoor air feel far more comfortable, and you won’t have to keep cranking up the thermostat. And that means  lower monthly utility charges. 

Contact Tri-Star Heating & Cooling

If you think a home humidifier system is right for you, contact Tri-Star Heating & Cooling today to schedule a free, no-obligation estimate. We’ve been assisting families with their heating and cooling needs in McHenry County, Lake County and surrounding areas since 1997 and we’d like the opportunity to serve you as well.

Contact Tri-Star Heating & Cooling today, and let’s get to work!