But how you feel during the year with a humidifier running is more than worth it in my opinion
In Lowell, Massachusetts you need to turn your heating equipment basically 24/7. Due to this, I have invested quite a bit in indoor air quality equipment. I don’t want that same, stale air circulating inside my house. I bought a humidifier from a Massachusetts heating dealership. The humidifier is one that pairs right with the heater. So as my furnace turns on, the humidifier is firing up. It adds moisture to the air quality. This isn’t something that most people think of with their heating equipment. Having a humidifier is a game changer. When the air is more moist, it actually feels warmer. I am able to turn down the thermostat temperature and save some money. Also more moisture means no more dry skin, chapped lips, or bloody noses during the season. I also don’t get static cling or shock. The best thing is that the wood furniture won’t split and the electronics are safe. The humidifier more than paid back for itself. As far as servicing it, I just have the Lowell HVAC dealer take a look at the humidifier when they do the heating equipment. It has to be serviced, get a filter change, the whole thing. It isn’t a big deal to me. Yes, adding a humidifier does up your service costs. But how you feel during the year with a humidifier running is more than worth it in my opinion. I love feeling the air with a bit of moisture. I no longer feel that dry, static filled cold anymore.