As the temperature drops outdoors and you rely more on your heating system to keep you warm, you may find that the air in your home becomes drier. While excessive dryness is unlikely to cause any serious harm, it could leave you with symptoms like a scratchy throat and dry eyes and skin. It may also leave you more vulnerable to the flu. Fortunately, there are a few steps you can take to retain moisture in your indoor air.

3 Tips to Beat Indoor Dryness During the Cold Season

1. Seal Your Home

Cold winter air can come in through cracks in your home, forcing your heating system to work harder and adding to the dryness. To avoid this issue and keep your utility bills from climbing, make sure all perimeters around doors and windows are properly sealed.

Go through your home and feel for any drafts. If you notice any, install weatherstripping or caulk the area thoroughly. These materials are available at any home improvement store.

2. Lower the Temperature

On chilly nights, it can be tempting to crank your thermostat up high. The more you raise the temperature, though, the more your heating will dry out your air.

To stay comfortable without removing too much moisture, keep your thermostat set somewhere between 60 and 67 degrees. As an added bonus, you might even enjoy a better night’s sleep within this range.

3. Consider a Humidifier

Finally, one of the most effective ways to combat indoor dryness is to add more moisture back into your home’s air. While single-unit humidifiers are available to help resolve dryness in one room, there are also highly efficient humidity options for your whole house.

Additionally, some new thermostats come with humidity control features to help you optimize comfort levels in your home all year long, including during the summer when the humidity climbs.

Whether you need heating repairs or you’re exploring options to improve your indoor air quality, turn to Comfort Tech Heating and Air Conditioning. Serving Davidson County, NC, this full-service HVAC company provides everything you need to enjoy a comfortable home through every season. They also provide free estimates on guaranteed services and a $20 discount for anyone who mentions their website. Explore their full list of services online or call (336) 472-5858 to discuss your needs with the team.