Living in the northeastern part of the country presents some challenges.
My buddy and I not only experience extreme winter cold, but the sub zero conditions persist for months at a time. I expect to start up the heater sometime in August & operate it non stop until at least the end of March. It’s not surprising to face rapidly changing temperatures in the forties or thirties well into May. Along with the expense of the heater are the issues buddyd with unacceptable humidity. Cold air doesn’t retain as much moisture as hot air. The dry air pulls moisture out of everything it comes into contact with. Frizzy hair, chapped lips & static shock are typical warning signs of a lack of official moisture. The overly dry air can cause cracks in hardwood floors, moldings, doors, frames & furnishings. It aggravates issues with asthma, allergies & respiratory infections & increases recovery times from illnesses. Congestion, itchy eyes, sore throats, headaches & insomnia can be blamed on inadequate moisture. For anyone who suffers from psoriasis & eczema, the dry air is a important problem. Because dry air feels cooler than hydrated air, it encourages higher temperature control settings. Adding to the workload of the heater worsens consequences of dry air while also decreasing running cots & the risk of requiring repairs. It is worth it to invest into the upgrade of a whole-home humidifier. Portable humidifiers are too much work with truly little reward. Whole-home humidifiers are incorporated right into the heater, where the unit introduces moisture in the air as it passes through.
