When your home has ideal humidity levels everyone (pets included) feels better. A whole-house humidifier is installed directly into your heating and cooling system so that humidity is distributed to your home through your ductwork. Your thermostat controls and balances moisture levels so that the right amount is filtered into your home. Having a whole-house humidifier comes with a host of benefits for your family. Here are five to keep in mind.

How a Whole-House Humidifier Benefits Your Family

1. Relieve Sinuses

Air that lacks humidity will dry out your sinus cavity and cause discomfort and headaches. It can also increase your chances of germs that lead to sinus infections. With a whole-house humidifier, you will remain free from uncomfortable sinus pressure.

2. Lower Germs

Germs that cause illnesses don’t move well in moist air. Viruses and bacteria are slowed, keeping your air quality in better shape and healthier for breathing. Fewer germs mean less illness for you and your family.

3. Improve Skin

Dry air affects your skin, leading to flaking, cracking, and wrinkles. A humidifier puts moisture back into the air and keeps your skin soft, supple, and hydrated. You will feel more comfortable and will suffer minimal effects from cold, dry air.

4. Help You Sleep Better

Dry noses and throats can interfere with sleeping. Sinus pressure, scratchy throats, and other ailments lead to restless nights. They also cause snoring, which is disruptive to your sleeping patterns as well as your partner’s. Moist air lubricates nasal passages and helps you get a good night’s sleep.

5. Encourage Plant Growth

Houseplants are great for removing toxins from the air, but just like you, dry air will make them unhealthy and unable to do their job. A humidifier will keep plants in better shape, leading to an overall improvement to your indoor air quality.

Blue Ox Heating & Air provides the Greater Minneapolis area with whole-house humidifiers to improve both health and indoor air quality to residents. These HVAC contractors are also available for cooling and heating system installation and service, keeping the Twin Cities comfortable all year long. To learn more about what these certified technicians can do for you, visit them online or call (612) 254-6651.