Stop Your Home’s Air from Being Dry with Our HomeHumidifier Service in Andover

During winter, does the air in your home feel like something out of the desert? Dry? Scratchy? Sharp? Well, you’re not the only one to experience that in the Andover area. Our HVAC experts have heard of similar problems before. And, quite often, the problem is a lack of humidity. That’s where central humidifiers come in.

A whole-house humidifier works with your HVAC system to deliver moisture throughout your home. With the exception of steam, they all operate off of the same basic principles. When your humidifier is turned on, water accumulates inside of an internal tray or evaporator pad. Air is then passed over these trays to gather moisture. It is then pushed into your home’s ductwork for distribution. This lowers the dryness of your air. A discussion of the benefits of central humidifiers and a quick breakdown of some major types follows.

People can often tell when their furnace or air conditioner is in need of repair. But humidity issues, including too little humidity, are much more difficult too spot. But the symptoms are there; you just need to know what they are. Here are the most common symptoms that your air could use some extra moisture:

• You have dry eyes, a scratchy throat, or a constantly running noise
• Your skin and scalp are always dry
• You tend to generate a lot of static electricity as you walk across carpeting
• Wood furniture and floors are drying and cracking
• Your home struggles to get warm
• Respiratory or asthma issues refuse to subside
• Your hygrometer is consistently below 35 percent

Fortunately, if you live in Andover, our indoor air quality experts are just a phone call away.

Installing a whole-house or furnace-mounted humidifier provides the following benefits:

• Healthier Skin: If you suffer from dermatitis or acne, you know annoying dry skin can be. In homes with dry, cold air, these conditions worsen. The moisture a home humidifier puts in the air helps your skin maintain moisture and keep its elasticity. Over time, this leads to fewer wrinkles and more supple skin.
• Easier Flu Seasons: Your respiratory system needs to stay moist to keep you breathing happy and pain-free. Dry air saps moisture from your inner membranes and causes them to become irritated. This leads to scratchy, sore throats and an unhealthy respiratory system. When this happens, viruses have an easier time getting in and wreaking havoc. Dry air also allows for the easier spread of disease and exacerbates already-irritating symptoms. Adding a humidifier in Andover can make it easier to stay healthy.
• Better Sleep: Nothing makes it harder to sleep than a snorer. Overly dry air increases the likelihood of snores and can lead to insomnia for the person stuck listening to it. Even if you don’t end up keeping half the neighborhood up with your snoring, you may end up with a serial cough. In other words, if you want good quality sleep, you need a whole house humidifier.
• Less Severe Allergy Symptoms: An allergy is what happens when your body overreacts to a foreign substance. This causes your mucous membranes (which are a key part of the respiratory system) flare up and swell. Your eyes also begin to water and your nose begins to run. In homes with dry air, these symptoms become even worse.
• Furniture Protection: Want to keep grandma’s armoire around a little longer? Hoping to keep those original hardwood floors in one piece? Consider installing a whole-home humidifier. Overly dry air not only sucks water from your body but also porous materials such as wood. With less moisture to keep them viable, things like doors, window frames, tables, and floors can begin to crack. Installing a dehumidifier in Andover can extend the lifespan of your wooden valuables.

There are three different types of humidifiers typically seen in residential homes. Which is right for you depends on a mixture of square footage, HVAC setup, and budget.

Keeping proper levels of moisture in your home makes it easier to live comfortably. At Royal Air Systems, Inc., we care about your indoor air quality and want to take steps to help promote your family’s health. Call 978.664.5023 today for more information on how a whole house humidifier can help make your home a healthier place.

How Much Does it Cost to Install a Whole House Humidifier in the Andover Area?

You can expect to spend between $400 and $1100 on the unit itself. The cost of installation will vary depending on your home’s set-up and the type of humidifier selected.

What Maintenance Does a Whole House Humidifier Require?

Systems with water panels must have the panel swapped out at least once a year. For more information on when to switch them, refer to the manufacturer’s information that came with the unit.

Can I Install My Own Whole House Humidifier?

We advise against trying to DIY your humidifier installation. Putting one in not only requires you to cut into your ductwork, but also to hook up both a water and electrical line (in most cases). Because getting it wrong can permanently damage your HVAC systems, humidifier installation is something best left to the professionals.