Anybody who has used air-conditioning knows how it can dry the air out. Air-conditioning units rely on drawing moisture from the air to create cooler air to move through the house. Even central air-conditioning systems can have a direct impact on the humidity levels within a house.
Whenever we are in a significant heat wave and you have to run the air-conditioning system constantly, you will notice that your skin dries out, your eyes may become irritated, and you may become thirstier as a result. This is the direct result of moisture, or humidity, being drawn out of the air.
You do not need to endure the dry conditions throughout summer whenever you have to use the central air in your home. Depending on the type of system you have, you may be able to add a humidifying machine directly into the ductwork of your home. This would be connected to a water source and would provide moisture, or humidity, into the cooler air that comes from the air-conditioning unit and moves throughout your home.
For individuals with asthma, dry air tends to be more beneficial. As a result, if you find that the air in your home tends to be drier when running the air-conditioning, you may not want to add any humidity because it could reduce the benefits for those with asthma. However, it is important to note that dry air can have an impact on health as well.
Generally speaking, for people who live in Toronto, enduring dry climates will take some getting used to. If you want to maintain a healthy environment in your home while operating enjoying air-conditioning during the summer, consider adding a humidifying machine to your system. If you rely on a window style air-conditioning unit, you can use a small humidifier to help maintain the appropriate level of humidity within your home.