Marion, IL Humidifier Installation

Dry winter air can cause all sorts of problems around your Marion, IL home. You may notice that many of your household members are ill more often in the winter. Indoor air quality is key to preventing the spread of germs. A whole-house humidifier could be just the solution you’re looking for to make your home more comfortable and healthier throughout the winter season. Heartland Heating, Air and Plumbing can install a whole-house humidifier in your home to improve your quality of life.

There is a wide range of ideal humidity levels depending on the season. When Heartland Heating, Air and Plumbing installs a whole house humidifier in Marion, IL, the recommended range for relative indoor humidity range is 30-50%. The lower the percentage, the drier air will feel. Our systems can be set and adjusted to suit your preferences.

The humidistat within a whole house system monitors the humidity. If you think your home is dry, you can purchase an inexpensive humidistat and test it to verify your suspicion. Calling Heartland is the best choice because we have state-of-the-art equipment to evaluate your entire home and design a plan to restore comfort. Frankly, most homeowners don’t need a test to know whether dry air is affecting their homes. 

Winter weather is notoriously dry, causing many symptoms and exasperating the discomfort of your family. Just like a furnace protects your family from the harsh cold, a whole-house humidifier protects against ailments. There are a number of common signs of low humidity within your home. If you experience any of these issues, consider contacting our team:

• High thermostat settings but limited comfort
• Static electricity along rugs and carpets
• Irritated eyes and itchy skin
• Dry, cracked, and chapped lips
• Scratchy throat and persistent cough
• Dry nostrils and bloody noses
• Cracked wood surfaces, chipped cabinets, and warped hardwood floors

While you may sleep better with a portable humidifier in your bedroom, it cannot serve the whole house unless you have a portable humidifier in every room. Room humidifiers often need their water tanks refilled and have a tendency to quickly develop mold. 

A whole-house humidifier is attached to your HVAC system. A water line is installed and it adds moisture to the air as your furnace blows warm air through your ducts. This makes every room in your home much more comfortable. Whole-house humidifiers also require very little maintenance. When you have your furnace tuned up every year, your HVAC technician can also make sure your humidifier is working properly and change filters if needed.

If you’ve noticed the presence of dry air, a whole-house humidifier can increase the amount of moisture circulating throughout your home and make you feel a lot more comfortable.

Healthy Skin

Dry air takes away natural oils from your skin. However, this issue can be remedied by adding a humidifier to your heating system. The added moisture to the air balances the oils on your skin and makes your skin healthier and more moisturized overall.

Improved Sleep

Humidifiers fight the dry air present in your room that can cause snoring while sleeping. Installing a humidifier in your HVAC system will increase the amount of humidity and moisture circulating in your home, clearing congestion and improving your quality of sleep. 

Allergy Relief

The inflammation of allergies can be lessened due to higher humidity and increased moisture present in the air. For this reason, it would be very beneficial to add a humidifier to the heating system in your Marion, IL home.

Lower Heating Bills

When your home has a higher humidity level, it will feel warmer. This means you’ll be less inclined to turn up the temperature on your thermostat. Once you have a whole-house humidifier installed, you may notice that your home’s temperature setting is too hot and you may want to lower it a few degrees, which can help you save on your heating bills. 

Furniture Preservation

Similar to your body, dry air can also strip your furniture and hardwood flooring of moisture. This could cause your furniture to crack and your hardwood to have gaps. With a humidifier installed in your Marion, IL home, you’re much less likely to have cracks, gaps, and damage to both your furniture and wood flooring.

For humidifier installation in Marion, IL, contact Heartland Heating, Air and Plumbing. Our team is dedicated to our community and improving indoor air quality for all customers. We take the time to listen to your concerns and identify the best solutions for your home. Beyond complete heating and cooling services, we offer a wide range of indoor air quality products including air cleaners, air purification systems, and dehumidifiers to help provide relief from the humidity during the summer. Whatever your needs, Heartland Heating, Air and Plumbing has a solution for you.