Living in Phoenix, Arizon, my pal and I live with especially dry air, then the lack of recommended humidity leads to some problems. The air tends to pull moisture out of everything it touches, contributing to health problems and home harm. Frizzy hair, chapped lips and static shock are some signs of dry air… Insufficient moisture can also be blamed for headaches, difficulty sleeping, sneezing, coughing and sore throat. It escalates symptoms of dust irritations, asthma, psoriasis and eczema, however as someone who suffers from psoriasis on my knees and elbows, it is especially crucial to me to resolve humidity challenges. There is also the problem that the air dries out nasal passage, making family members more susceptible to cold, flue and respiratory infections, but recovery takes longer when correct moisture isn’t diagnosed, because the air draws moisture out of wood furnishings, such as hardwood floors, doors, moldings, antiques and musical instruments, it can result in cracking, chopping and creaking sounds. In the winter, dry air is an issue because it feels colder than consistently moisturized air, however while my pal and I don’t face especially dire winters in Phoenix, my pal and I require a boiler. If we’re forced to set higher temperature control settings to stay warm, the furnace uses more energy, faces extra wear and tear and causes higher weekly bills. There are a variety of whole-home humidifiers on the market. For my home in Phoenix, I chose a steam-style humidifier because it uses a truly natural process. Water passes over electrodes that create steam and is introduced into the air as it passes through the heating and cooling system. Because of the humidifier, my home is healthier, more comfortable and energy efficient.