Dry skin, nosebleeds, respiratory problems, and more are all common symptoms of living in a home with dry air. Not only is it uncomfortable for everyone inside, but increased exposure can even become dangerous and lead to sickness and increase asthma symptoms. But why does the air in your home get so dry when winter comes around, and how do you remedy the situation?

In the latest blog from “Doc” Dancer, we’ll discuss the causes of dry air, as well as help you remedy the issue to keep your family safe and comfortable during the dry winter season.

Common Causes of Dry Air in the Home

Cold Weather

The biggest cause of overly dry air in the home is cold weather. Cold air holds less moisture than warm air, causing the air to feel dry and uncomfortable. Whenever doors or windows are opened, or if you have air leaks somewhere within the home, cold winter air enters the home and reduces the overall humidity levels.

Poor Insulation

The better your home’s insulation is, the better it will be at holding warm temperatures and keeping relative humidity levels consistent. With poor insulation, cold and dry air can be pulled inside from the outdoor weather, causing your indoor air quality to suffer. Insulation should be added, and any gaps or cracks within the home should be repaired as soon as possible to keep your home’s air supply comfortable.

What Is the Ideal Level of Humidity?

As a general rule of thumb, 30-50% humidity is ideal for limiting issues and keeping those within your home safe and comfortable. Lower levels of humidity can lead to allergy and asthma symptoms, cracked furniture, and poor quality of sleep. High humidity, on the other hand, can cause dehydration, discomfort, and overheating.

Keep your home between 30-50% humidity to ensure that your family experiences consistent comfort and safety.

How to Remedy Dry Indoor Air?

Adding insulation to the home is a good way to keep humidity levels consistent, but what’s the best way to raise your indoor humidity levels if they’re currently too low?

When you experience dry winter air in the home, consider installing a whole-home humidifier. These systems are installed directly to your existing HVAC or central heating system and can add moisture to keep your humidity levels in the balanced range. 

While some homeowners opt to purchase a single-room humidifier, those systems won’t have the same impact as a whole-house humidifier. Because the unit is attached to your HVAC system, you can ensure that any room in the home that receives air will be positively affected by the humidifier.

Contact “Doc” Dancer for Whole-Home Humidifier Installation

To take control of the comfort and safety of your home, consider installing a whole-home humidifier. “Doc” Dancer has years of experience in installing and repairing all types of indoor air quality systems.

For the best humidifier installation services in the Fort Wayne area, don’t hesitate to contact “Doc” Dancer.