Humidifier Benefits During the Winter
Due to a lack of moisture during the winter, humidifiers help reduce physical discomfort in the home. Adding indoor humidity decreases the severity of these symptoms for those who suffer from sore throats and flakey skin. The benefits of a humidifier include improved air quality and home comfort for the entire household.
Easy Breathing
Without enough humidity, it can become difficult to breathe indoors. Respiratory issues are especially noticeable at night and may prevent a full night’s rest. If the air is too dry, this can lead to viruses and even allergic reactions. A small amount of consistent humidity allows the household to breathe easily all day and night.
Symptoms of dry air include bloody noses, dry hair, and flakey skin. Children are more susceptible to catching the flu or common cold when there is less humidity. Older homes with less insulation are particularly prone to poor indoor air quality.
Those with compromised immune systems need clean, moisturized air on a day-to-day basis. If household members are predisposed to allergies, dry air will cause a significant increase in severity. A whole-home humidifier is recommended for apartments and multi-story homes to keep families safe.
Smooth Skin
Dehydrated skin looks and feels different from moisturized skin. When there is not enough moisture in the air, cracks first develop on the hands, feet, and legs. Depending on the individual’s natural body oil, this can feel rough or scaly. Those with autoimmune diseases are more likely to experience extreme skin conditions during a dry season.
Eczema is not caused by dry skin; air quality greatly exacerbates symptoms. Dry air causes patches of skin to become inflamed and flakey. Eventually, these areas will peel without moisturizer. To avoid symptoms of eczema, a whole-home humidifier is recommended.
Humidifiers are known to strengthen the microbiome. This supports the skin’s moisture over a long period. A strong microbiome defends the body against potentially harmful bacteria and viruses. It is essential for children and the elderly.
Healthy Indoor Plants
Indoor plants boost mood and air quality. Regardless of the type, plants help the immune system while increasing oxygen. Although they naturally produce their humidity, plants still need additional moisture during the winter.
Ferns, philodendrons, orchids, fiddle leaf figs, and most other tropical plants need humidity all year round. Luckily, any humidifier will keep these plants hydrated. Household members are encouraged to use a hygrometer to ensure each plant is getting enough moisture. This measures the amount of water vapor found in a specific home area.
Certain humidifiers are designed to adjust mist levels throughout the day. Depending on the brand, individual settings for plants that need more or less hydration are possible. Many of these varieties may be adjusted remotely to modify air quality from anywhere.
Humidifier installation benefits the entire household, including pets. Since every living creature needs hydration to feel its best, humidifiers are beneficial for each season of the year.
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Crowe’s Comfort Solutions provides whole-house humidifier installation and flat-rate pricing. Their experts will take the time to understand a home's needs, test the air quality, and help find the ideal system to improve indoor air comfort. To learn more about their $25 off coupon for Pooler, GA residents, call Crowe’s Comfort Solutions today.
