Choosing the Right Whole-Home Humidifier for Your Furnace

It won’t be long before we are switching our thermostats to deliver us warmer air and make our homes nice and cozy during the cooler months. And warmer air can result in drier air that can influence our overall health. You may have never contemplated monitoring humidity levels in your home, or maybe you’re looking to find just the perfect balance. We’ve talked about the benefits of a whole-home humidifier from lowering the chances of getting sick to helping with your skin. But how do you know which system is the best for you?

If you aren’t familiar, a whole-home humidifier utilizes water directly from your water supply and the water panel only needs to be changed a couple times through the heating season. There are more up-front costs to begin, but there is less maintenance, lower energy costs and mold prevention in the long-run.

There are a couple items you’ll need to consider when purchasing a whole-home humidifier.

• Size—The humidifier’s capacity and size is based on gallons per day of operation. One way to determine what size you should get is to take your total floor area and multiply it by the height of the ceiling. This will help determine how many gallons per hour is needed and be a guide as you consider your options.
• Budget—There are initial expenses when purchasing the humidifier equipment, but it’s important to also acknowledge how much money will go into operation and maintenance. There are many models that can help meet the needs in your home while sticking to a budget you are comfortable with.

Every home and family is different. Our team at Falso Service Experts can provide you with a home health report to help you select which humidifier will work for your home. And our assessment will ensure you are getting the best solution to fit your current HVAC system. We want to make sure you rest easy during the winter and that you have the support you need to maintain proper indoor air quality. You can reach us at 315-313-6531 or visit our online scheduler to make an appointment.