{"id":11541,"date":"2017-02-01T11:58:15","date_gmt":"2017-02-01T19:58:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/?p=11541"},"modified":"2023-11-23T17:06:47","modified_gmt":"2023-11-24T01:06:47","slug":"benefits-of-a-humidifier-for-your-northwest-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/blog\/benefits-of-a-humidifier-for-your-northwest-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits of a Humidifier for Your Northwest Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/humidify-your-home-hero.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-11548 size-medium\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/humidify-your-home-hero-300x171.jpg\" alt=\"humidify your new home\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\"><\/a>Humidifiers are a common sight in homes in the northwest, and for good reason: humidifiers help to control humidity levels in your home, keeping you comfortable and contributing to your health throughout the year. If you don\u2019t already have a humidifier, consider these common benefits of adding a humidifier to your home.<br \/>\n<strong>Treating Common Ailments Associated with Dry Air<\/strong><br \/>\nThere are a number of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/humidifiers-and-health#Types3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">common ailments that are associated with dry air<\/a>, most of which present themselves during the long, cold northwest winters. By keeping air in a home moist, a humidifier can help to treat (or may even cure) many of these ailments:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dry skin;<\/li>\n<li>Chapped lips;<\/li>\n<li>Dry nasal passages;<\/li>\n<li>Irritated\/scratchy throat;<\/li>\n<li>Coughing at night;<\/li>\n<li>Congestion;<\/li>\n<li>Bloody nose; and<\/li>\n<li>The common cold.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In addition to the above, a humidifier may also be used to combat allergies and asthma, and is often recommended by doctors for these conditions. Keep in mind that it is very important to keep a humidifier clean so as to prevent allergen and bacteria build up, which can actually worsen the conditions listed above rather than improve them!<br \/>\n<strong>Helping You to Sleep Better<\/strong><br \/>\nNot only can a humidifier help your skin to stay supple and help to prevent sinus infections and congestion, but a humidifier may also help you to sleep better (which in turn can have a very positive effect on your health and your mood). This is true for two reasons: the use of a humidifier can be used to alleviate snoring (either yours or your partner\u2019s) and may also help to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.healthcentral.com\/sleep-disorders\/c\/380545\/174873\/humidifiers-sleep\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">combat sleep apnea<\/a>. What\u2019s more, many people are also sensitive to dust and dryness when sleeping, especially small children. A humidifier may help your child to get a restful, full night\u2019s sleep.<br \/>\n<strong>Air Purification<\/strong><br \/>\nMany humidifiers come complete with built-in air purification systems, which means that air in your home is cleaned as it is moistened. This is extremely beneficial in all homes, but is especially helpful in homes with pets that track in dust and dander, or homes where mold growth is a problem. Air purification helps to relieve allergies, asthma, and respiratory complications.<br \/>\n<strong>Are There Any Downsides to a Humidifier?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe benefits of a humidifier outweigh the disadvantages, of which there are very few. The only real concern with using a humidifier is the failure to clean it, or the failure to monitor humidity levels. If you do decide to purchase a humidifier for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/state\/new-homes-washington\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">new home in Washington<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/state\/new-homes-oregon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">new home in Oregon<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/state\/new-homes-idaho\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">new home in Idaho<\/a>, be sure to follow the directions for cleaning on a regular basis.<br \/>\n<strong>Consider Humidifying Your New Home Today<\/strong><br \/>\nIncreasing humidity levels in your home can help to keep you comfortable year-round. We\u2019ve all sensed the dry air coming out of the vents both during the hot summers and cold winters. There are dozens of humidifier types to choose from, including small, personal humidifiers for a single room to humidifiers for an entire house. It\u2019s never been easier to find a humidifier that works for you and integrates with your home\u2019s existing electricity and plumbing. We here at Hayden Homes are experts when it comes to home convenience and comfort. Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/state\/new-homes-oregon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Oregon<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/state\/new-homes-washington\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Washington<\/a> and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/state\/new-homes-idaho\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Idaho <\/a>new home pages to find out about new home opportunities that are right for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Humidifiers are a common sight in homes in the northwest, and for good reason: humidifiers help to control humidity levels in your home, keeping you comfortable and contributing to your health throughout the year. 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