The winter is always unpredictable, but no matter how gentle or intense the season is, chances are that you’ve had a sufficient amount by the end of it. And just when you think spring is around the corner, another cold front comes through. It’s important to stay on top of your furnace service, even during the last weeks of the winter, because you honestly never know when you are going to have to use it next.
Throughout this time of shifting weather, the air and moisture are also in continuous flux, which might offer the perfect opportunity to get a humidifier for your home. Humidifiers provide important humidity to your house during the chilly, dry air of the winter and can help keep you well in the wintertime. Here are a couple of things to remember when deciding which humidifier to purchase for your home:
- Cost – of course you want to take into account the price, but don’t forget to consider the operating and maintenance costs that go with a new humidifier, too. There are numerous levels of efficiency that each humidifier operates on, just like other heating and cool equipment. You will want to take into account the needs of your home’s humidity as well as your budget to make sure that your investing in the ideal choice.
- Size – each humidifier is different, but all will typically have a number that shows the gallons per day that it can retain. This number can generally be determined by multiplying your home’s total square footage by the height of your ceiling. Identifying this number and making sure that it matches the needs of your home will help determine what size humidifier is perfect for you. Our technicians can also help you consider the insulation in your home, which can sometimes impact the top product to choose.
If you’re still puzzled about which humidifier to purchase for your home, our professionals at Lakeside Heating & Air usually advocate for a whole-home humidifier. They deliver the most dependable results throughout your whole home and gives you the most bang for your buck. The best part is that it gets completely integrated into your current system, making the installation and maintenance straightforward for long-term use.
Every home is different, of course, and there are a range of factors that one can consider before making a final decision on the best humidifier. They aren’t discussed as much as furnaces are, even though they are usually just as important, so we understand if you have more questions or worries that you might want to ask our experts before deciding. Give us a call at our Chelan and Wenatchee at 509-284-4265.