Question: I installed a high-efficiency furnace in my 1968 home, which has no HRV. It works great, but sometimes the air in the house gets kind of dry. My thermostat tells me the humidity in the house ...

Dry indoor air affects comfort, health, and homes during heating season. Knowing how whole-house humidifiers work helps contractors match homeowners with the right solution.

John Krol of Phoenix would like advice on the type of humidification system to add to a forced-air furnace as well as the pros and cons of adding a system, how much it will cost, and recommended ...

We all know how soothing it can be to breathe in warm, moist air when we’re suffering from a cold, sore throat or stuffed nasal and sinus cavities. When a child gets sick, we pull out the portable ...

When it comes to indoor comfort, too much humidity is your home’s enemy in the summer. However, in the winter the air outside gets drier, and your indoor air will become desert-like when the furnace ...

Dear Jim: I don't understand how a furnace humidifier saves energy during winter. It takes energy to operate the humidifier and it uses cold water, which cools the house. Can you explain the concept ...