During the hot, sticky summers, most Houston residents don’t worry about adding moisture to the air in their homes, but during the winter, humidity levels drop sharply. Ideally, humidity levels in your home should hover around 50%, but they can drop down to 20% in the winter.
This is a massive issue for those who suffer from dry skin or breathing issues, because the dry air can exacerbate both. Even people without significant health problems will wrestle with dry skin, eczema, and nosebleeds.
Your houseplants can suffer as well, as low humidity can mimic the signs of an underwatered plant. If your houseplants turn brown, appear to be dry by the tips of the plants, or their leaves start to curl up, there is an excellent chance that your home humidity is too low.
There are things that you can do to counteract this issue, however. Many people install humidifiers in their homes to help add moisture back into the air. Some people place humidifiers in the room they sleep in, while others sprinkle them around the house.
Prestige Heating & Air Conditioning can create a streamlined solution to your home humidity issues by attaching a whole-home humidifier to your HVAC system so you can control your home’s humidity. Give us a call today to learn more about your options.