Dryness, static, and chills are all issues that plague homeowners throughout
the year; particularly in the winter months. And all of these nuisances
share a common factor: They all relate to a lack of moisture in the air!
At Jerry Kelly Heating, Air Conditioning, Electrical and Plumbing, we make it our mission
to provide our consumers with the best solutions, products, and services
available in the industry, and today we bring you: the whole house humidifier.
A whole-house humidifier solves a myriad of issues, from dry skin, allergy
issues, and poor sleep; to reducing static and improving the effectiveness
of your heating system. But there are many types of whole-house humidifiers
on the market. How do you choose the option that suits you best?
Types of Whole House Humidifiers
There are three “primary” types, each differing slightly in
advantages, methods of operation, and applications within your home. These
types include:
- Bypass (or evaporative/pad type) Humidifiers. This type adds moisture directly
into the heated air supplied by your heating system (furnace, etc.). They
pull warm air from ducts, then process that air through a humidity-generating
the system is known as a water panel. The now “humidified” air is
then pumped back into the ductwork, where it will then circulate through
your home. Bypass humidifiers are the most common type available, and
offer an easy and quickly installed method of improving the air quality
of your home. - Power or Fan Humidifiers. These are essentially bypass systems, with a
few upgrades and additions. With the addition of a powered fan to assist
in evaporation and circulation, fan humidifiers can produce considerably
more moisture much quicker than bypass systems. The caveat, and of course
there is one, is that they require slightly more energy to run, and require
more maintenance on average. - Steam Humidifiers. Unlike the bypass and fan types, a steam humidifier operates
independently of your furnace system. An internal heating element raises
the temperature of water held in a reservoir that is then forcibly expelled
by the unit as it boils, releasing moist steam into your ductwork and
home. Steam humidifiers are the most efficient and quick of all whole-house humidifiers,
but of course, are the most costly to install and maintain as well.
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So which type suits your home the best? Honestly, anyone option odds
so much benefit to your home and health that the final choice comes
down to personal preference. Do you want a system that is fast, powerful, and offers superior control? Go for steam! Or are your humidifying needs
a little less severe, and a simple system will do wonders for you? Go Bypass!
No matter what humidifier suits your home best, the experts at Jerry Kelly Heating, Air Conditioning, Electrical and Plumbing stand ready to assist! We provide the very best quality and service in the industry, and our professionals boast some of the best training available! Contact Jerry Kelly Heating, Air Conditioning, Electrical and Plumbing today to learn more about our whole house humidifiers, and to find more information on which suits your home best!