One positive aspect of winter is that for a few months you can say goodbye to the high humidity of other seasons. Yet, dry air comes with its own set of comfort and health issues. With cool air carrying less moisture and forced-air home heating drying the air even more, indoor air can benefit from more moisture during the winter months. This is why many homeowners invest in a whole-house humidifier, or portable humidifiers for localized problems. Continue reading “How Can a Humidifier Improve Home Comfort?” »
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Easy Ways to Spot a Humidity Problem in Your Home
Humidity in the home isn’t just an annoyance, it can cause major issues that aren’t always immediately apparent. Both your house and your family’s health are at risk since moisture in the home causes wood rot, mold, and structural decay, among other problems. Continue reading “Easy Ways to Spot a Humidity Problem in Your Home” »
Learn How to Reduce Humidity in Your Oklahoma Home This Summer
When the weather heats up, the last thing you want is to head inside to a muggy house. Unfortunately, many Oklahoma homeowners struggle with indoor humidity problems. Not only is this uncomfortable, but it can also reduce indoor air quality, trigger health problems, cause damage to your house and even reduce air conditioner operating efficiency. By recognizing the signs that your home has issues with excess moisture and knowing how to reduce humidity, you can cut all of these problems off at the pass. Continue reading “Learn How to Reduce Humidity in Your Oklahoma Home This Summer” »
Surprising Health Effects of Low Humidity Levels
During our dry Southwestern Oklahoma winters, the humidity in your home can be uncomfortably low. Furnaces and other heating appliances can dry out your air even more, increasing discomfort and causing health problems. As such, it’s important to know how to counteract the adverse health effects of low humidity levels. Continue reading “Surprising Health Effects of Low Humidity Levels” »
Tips for Selecting the Best Humidifier for Your Home
The best humidifier can keep the humidity in your home at a healthy level to prevent problems with your home’s structure, contents and health. The ideal humidity level ranges between 30 to 50 percent. If it dips below 30 percent, wooden products can dry and crack, and airborne bacteria and viruses may be easier to contract. Continue reading “Tips for Selecting the Best Humidifier for Your Home” »