Winter is just around the corner, and it’s time to turn on the heat. If you're like most homeowners, you too have a love-hate relationship with your furnace. While you love the cozy warmth, you definitely don't like its drying effects.

Read on to learn how your heater and humidifier work together to keep you comfy during the winter months.

Humidifiers Add Moisture

Despite the warmth your HVAC unit gives off, there’s still a problem that needs to be addressed. The cold winter air is very dry, and with heat, it can be hard to breathe in. A humidifier can rectify this problem by adding moisture into the air. Some people tend to think that heat and humidity are the same thing, but that’s not the case. Although both are warm, heat is dry, while humidity is moist.

In addition, using a humidifier can also ward dry nasal passages and possibly prevent air-borne illnesses. This is particularly beneficial for people with chronic airway disease or very young children.

Humidifiers Can Help You Save Money

Using a heater and humidifier can actually save you money. You may be wondering how running two different heat sources can save money. With a humidifier, you’ll be able to relish in the warmth that your heater provides you at lower temperatures. The higher you set the temperature, the harder your furnace will work, resulting in more power being used. In addition, if your furnace works too hard, then you’ll need to call an HVAC professional sooner than you might think.

Other Benefits of a Humidifier

Aside from having lower bills, added moisture and fewer bouts of illnesses, humidifiers are capable of a lot more than that. There are other benefits to humidifiers than meets the eye.

Here is a list of some of the other benefits of humidifiers:

• They can render bacteria and virus particles harmless.
• They can moisten your skin and hair.
• They make the air more breathable.
• They keep allergies and asthma symptoms at bay.

Humidifiers come with plenty of benefits that helps everyone in the house.

Whether you're looking to install a new humidifier or simply have questions about your pre-existing HVAC unit, we're here to help. Contact Romano Brothers today and we'll send an HVAC professional immediately.