Do I Really Have To Clean My Humidifier?

Regardless of the type of humidifier you use – warm-mist, cool-mist, or ultrasonic – it’s important to maintain the device that adds moisture to your home.

A humidifier can be a welcome addition to your home in the winter when inside air tends to be drier. There are three main types of humidifiers: warm-mist, cool-mist, and ultrasonic. Regardless of the type of your humidifier is to use distilled water instead of tap water. Additionally, empty the base and tank on a regular basis. Dry everything with a paper towel or cloth before filling the tank up with fresh water. Do a deeper cleaning every week or so. You can do this more often if you use your humidifier all throughout the winter. Take the following steps when doing this:

• Unplug and disassemble your humidifier and empty any remaining water
• Let all removable parts soak in a mixture of water and vinegar
• Let these parts sit for about 30 minutes before using a soft brush on them
• Put a teaspoon of bleach or 3% hydrogen peroxide into a gallon of water
• Fill the tank halfway with this mixture and swish it around
• Let it sit for about 20-30 minutes before rinsing the tank with fresh, clean water
• Put your humidifier back together and enjoy proper indoor humidity levels

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If you need some help maintaining your indoor comfort this winter, Robert Bair is here for you. Our local technicians are more than happy to offer advice or suggestions. We want to help make your home more inviting and comfortable during the cooler months of the year.