Sleep problems can reduce your productivity and impact your health, raising your risk of heart disease and stroke. Without enough good quality sleep, you won’t have enough energy for your daily life, and you could be grumpy around your loved ones and coworkers. You can improve your sleep by using a humidifier, adding a programmable thermostat, and maintaining your HVAC system.
Using a Humidifier
A humidifier can help relieve a dry cough, heavy snoring, dry nasal passages, and other problems. It can even improve dry skin. That way, you won’t wake up during the night as much and you’ll feel more comfortable during the day. You should change the water in your humidifier every day and clean it out once per week to keep bacteria from growing in it. Refill it with bottled water to prevent the buildup of minerals.
Adding a Programmable Thermostat
When you go to sleep, your body temperature naturally goes down. Most people also sleep underneath sheets and blankets that make them feel warmer. You should turn down your thermostat before you go to bed for the best sleep. To make sure you never forget to change the temperature in your home before bed, install a programmable thermostat. With some models, you can set different schedules for weekdays and weekends, and with others, you can set a different schedule for every day of the week and vacations.
Maintaining Your HVAC System
You should have your HVAC system maintained by a professional at least once per year to prevent uncomfortable breakdowns and annoying noises. Also, change your air filter once per month to keep your indoor air quality high, reduce asthma and allergy symptoms, and prevent runny noses, eye irritation, and other problems.
Western Hills Heating & Air Conditioning has more than 35 years of HVAC experience, and we can help you install, maintain, and repair a variety of heating and air conditioning equipment. Call us anytime at 812-227-3001 for skilled service from one of our qualified technicians.
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