I'm moving into a new construction home in Las Vegas, and I'm thinking about installing a whole home humidifier. Does anyone have experience with this? What maintenance should I expect? Also, are there any risks to my home, like water damage I should be aware of?
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When I was in Denver, I installed a whole house steam humidifier and it was fantastic. It’s more efficient than the older bypass models, as it injects steam directly into the ducts. My family felt so much better during the winters, plus it helped reduce cracking in the walls. Just a heads up, though: it does require a special electrical circuit and the water bottle needs yearly maintenance depending on your water quality.
I have a whole home humidifier that I really like. It has a dial to adjust humidity based on the outdoor temperature, which is crucial. I made the mistake of setting it too high in winter, and my filter got moldy, which I had to replace. Overall, it massively helped with the dryness and kept my skin feeling better.
One of my father-in-law's friends claims his energy bills shot up about 50% with his system. Seems a bit extreme, but older folks tend to notice stuff like that. Just something to keep in mind as you weigh your options!
Yeah, adjusting it according to the weather is key! It can make a huge difference in your comfort.