Humidifier Services

The indoor microclimate is formed by parameters such as temperature, chemical composition, and humidity. Modern technology allows you to regulate all these quality indicators, including humidity. This is most relevant in winter when the heating system is actively working in the house, and the air becomes too dry. Dryness affects both human health and the condition of the building itself. By installing humidifiers in residential, commercial, and industrial premises, you can restore the indicator to normal. Our experts will help you choose the best equipment for this purpose, provide high-quality HVAC installation of humidifiers, its maintenance, and, if necessary, repair.

What is the optimal level of air humidity?

The indicator depends on the season, type of room, and specifics of use. The general recommendations are as follows:

• residential premises: winter 30–50%, summer 40–60%
• offices and workspaces: 40–60% regardless of the season
• children's rooms: 40–60% in all seasons
• libraries, museums, archives: 45–55%
• kitchens and bathrooms: up to 60%, but with effective ventilation
• bedrooms: 40–60% in all seasons.

If this figure significantly differs from the norm in your home, your HVAC system may need to be modernized, or you are not paying enough attention to regular maintenance of HVAC humidifiers. This is important for the proper operation of the equipment.

Why does the air become dry?

Dryness occurs for several reasons, mainly related to the region's climatic characteristics and the principles of operation of HVAC systems.

The main reasons are:

• Lower temperature: Cold air retains less moisture. This is noticeable in winter when air from the HVAC system penetrates the room and heats up but remains dry.
• Heating systems: Air masses passing through heating elements lose moisture and become drier.
• Air conditioners: Cool the room and remove water from the air masses.
• Unbalanced ventilation: Unprofessional installation and leaks in the system lead to a delay in dry air masses in the room.

Why do you need to humidify the air?

At first glance, dry air is not too dangerous. Its effects do not appear suddenly. People may feel unwell but not associate their condition with dry air. Dry air affects hair, skin, the respiratory system, and even furniture. These symptoms disappear as soon as the building owner decides to install a humidifier. Properly selected climate control equipment helps to avoid many problems.

7 reasons to install a humidifier

1. A healthy respiratory system: With normal humidity, mucous membranes are easily maintained in a normal state, reducing the risk of irritation of the nasal and throat mucous membranes.
2. Prevention of allergies and asthma: Humidification reduces the level of dust, dust mites, and other allergens, which has a positive effect on human health.
3. Protecting skin and hair: Humidifiers help to avoid dehydration and skin irritation, as well as hair breakage.
4. Preservation of furniture and wooden products: The floor and other interior elements will not dry out and crack due to dryness.
5. Prevention of colds: In an environment with optimal humidity, viruses that cause flu and colds are less active.
6. Normal conditions for indoor plants: Most species used in homes and offices for landscaping do not tolerate dry air and need additional moisture.
7. Indoor comfort: Optimal humidity in the whole house guarantees healthy sleep and the well-being of its inhabitants.

Methods of air humidification

Humidification in the ventilation system is an important aspect of maintaining a comfortable indoor climate, especially in the colder months. Different types of equipment are used for this purpose:

• Steam humidifiers: Water is converted into steam using heating elements, which is then fed into the airflow in the ventilation system.
• Ultrasonic: Fine water droplets are generated using vibrations, consuming little energy.
• Adsorption: The air passes through materials that absorb water well (porous filters or sponges), gains moisture, and then is distributed through the ventilation system.
• Evaporative: This system works on the principle of natural evaporation, and the fan distributes the moisture-saturated flow around the room.
• Nozzle systems: Special spray nozzles turn water into a fine mist, operating under high or low pressure. These systems are effective in large rooms.
• Integrated: Ventilation supply and exhaust systems can be equipped with built-in humidifiers to automatically regulate microclimate indicators.

To increase the system's efficiency, it is advisable to use automatic humidity controllers (hygrostats). They enable the equipment to be automatically activated or deactivated, ensuring accurate maintenance of the set microclimate parameters.

The choice of specific equipment depends on the type of ventilation system, humidity requirements, room specifics, and budget. Our experts provide advice on the choice of climate control equipment. We are near you and understand your needs.

Why is humidifier servicing and maintenance important?

All climate control equipment requires regular maintenance. Humidifiers that are not properly maintained and cleaned can become a dangerous source of mold and bacteria. If left unattended, they exhaust their life much faster and break down. Therefore, we advise you to choose a contractor in advance who specializes not only in humidifier installation services but also guarantees after-sales services. Rocky Mountain has such specialists. They are highly experienced technicians who do their job quickly, cleanly, and efficiently.

Regular maintenance:

• Prevents mold, fungi, and bacteria from infecting the premises
• Extends the service life of humidification devices
• Improves the efficiency of the equipment.

You can order any services for the maintenance of a humidifier from us. For the whole house, a separate apartment, or an office—the scope of work does not matter. Our company is licensed to carry out humidifier services and guarantees high-quality workmanship.

The main stages of humidifier services

For the smooth operation of the equipment, users can perform certain manipulations on their own. These include:

• Daily cleaning: It is recommended that the residual water from the humidifier tank be drained regularly and the tank be rinsed with warm water.
• Weekly disinfection: Treat humidifiers with specialized products according to the manufacturer's instructions.
• Replacement of filters: The frequency is regulated by the manufacturer.
• Cleaning the evaporator and ultrasonic membranes: Remove scale and other contaminants.

It is advisable to contact a specialist for an in-depth inspection and maintenance every few months. The humidifier is checked using special equipment, hard-to-reach areas are cleaned, and worn parts are replaced if necessary.

Professional repair and maintenance of humidifiers

Regular maintenance helps avoid costly humidifier repairs. However, even the most reliable equipment does not last forever. If your equipment breaks down, Rocky Mountain specialists will find the cause, repair the system, and advise on its further trouble-free operation. Thanks to many years of experience and highly qualified specialists, you can be sure that your humidifier will operate at maximum efficiency.

Our installers use only high-quality spare parts and modern diagnostic methods to ensure the durability and safety of your equipment. Order services on Rocky Mountain HVAC's official website. We know how to make your home and office comfortable!