A lack of humidity causes dry air in winter, which can be exacerbated by indoor heating. This can leave you with uncomfortable symptoms like dry, flaky skin and red eyes. Having a HVAC system professional equip your home with a humidifier can add moisture to the air, offering relief. A humidifier has other benefits as well. 

4 Reasons to Get a Humidifier at Home 

1. Reduce Disease Spread

Dry air makes it easier for airborne viruses to spread. Research shows that it's more difficult for virus-containing droplets—for example, from coughs or sneezes—to travel in a humid environment. A humidifier may thus be able to reduce the risk of spreading diseases in your home, helping to keep you and your family healthy.

2. Prevent Snoring

Dry air can cause irritation in the nasal passages and airways, resulting in inflammation and increasing the risk of snoring at night. This is especially problematic for mouth breathers, who are also more prone to snoring. A humidifier can create a more soothing environment, keeping the tissues lining the mouth, throat, and nose moist, and reducing irritation, inflammation, and snoring.

3. Protect Your House 

In addition to creating a more comfortable environment for your home's inhabitants, a humidifier can help preserve your house. Dry air can cause damage to crown molding, wood doors, and furniture, which can become brittle and crack due to moisture loss. Adding humidity to the air can extend the lifespan of these items.

4. Reduce Static

Finally, dry air increases the risk of static cling. Static can be a nuisance when you're folding laundry—or be a downright pain if you get a shock when you touch something. It can also increase the likelihood of frizzy hair. By reducing static, your humidifier can enhance your overall comfort at home.

Want your household to benefit from a humidifier? Contact A & B Heating & Air Conditioning of Burlington, KY. These HVAC system professionals are dedicated to ensuring excellent indoor air quality. They are recognized by American Standard® for their 100% excellent customer satisfaction rate, and all of their technicians are North American Technician Excellence® (NATE) certified. Visit their website to view their HVAC system services and call (859) 525-0100 for an estimate.