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Old 08-23-2012, 06:10 AM
 
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The workman are here now:

Should I get a new humidifier with the new Carrier Infinity furnance AC I'm getting?

Never had one before. Old one that was on when I bought the house has never worked.

The company who has done my AC/heater yearly check-ups is recommending it.
But as I say I've never had one and have managed to live until now?

Get one? the benefits?....any downside? something else that can break or go wrong?
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Old 08-23-2012, 06:40 AM
 
Location: Johns Creek, GA
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I think they are quite beneficial-
But you really need to do your homework and make an informed decision.

Humidifier Benefits: Things You Should Know

Also check the brand (Aprilaire?) and search for comments, experiences, etc.
From personal experience, I know having gas heat almost demands the use of a humidifier.
But as you lamented to, it is a somewhat mechanical device/appliance- definition: it will fail at somepoint.
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Old 08-23-2012, 07:55 AM
 
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I'd definitely get the humidifier.
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Old 08-23-2012, 09:35 AM
 
Location: Prospect, KY
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If you live where it gets cold in the winter, then you need a humidifyer because the colder it is, the dryer it is. If you live in the west and have warmer winters, you do not need one. Healthwise you need one (your mucous membranes need the humidity otherwise you will be stuffy all winter and your skin will be very dry - you will also be more vulnerable to catching viruses, etc.). Your wood furniture, wallpaper, wood floors, etc. all need to be in an environment that is not too try or too humid.
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Old 08-23-2012, 12:25 PM
 
Location: the AZ desert
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They're great if you live in the desert.
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Old 08-24-2012, 06:52 AM
 
Location: Niceville, FL
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My parents in Michigan have one and it helps a lot with winter dryness.
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