F.H. Furr's Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical Insider Blog

Noticing cold-like symptoms, static, and a higher energy bill?

Your home might be a victim of a low humidity level, and humidity plays a huge role in the comfort of your home!

The recommended indoor humidity level is 45%, yet the average home cab be four times below that level! When you combine low humidity with the home heating season, it can result in a myriad of health issues and interior home problems. Typical signs of low humidity include: health problems such as dry skin, nose bleeds, sore throat, and increased asthma irritation; warping of your home’s wooden flooring, furniture, and even musical instruments; cracks in walls and ceilings; and static electricity; and an increase in utility bills as your HVAC must work twice as hard to create an idea comfort level. 

Without properly preparing your home, it will be an energy guzzler as you crank up the heat to combat drafts and cold spots. It’s time to baton down the hatches, and you might be surprised by how much you can save on your utility bill this season.

If you’re ready to save money and stay warm this winter, get geared up for the ultimate winter survival guide! Some of these money-saving strategies don’t cost you a dime and can be utilized daily to increase your savings, while others are simple and inexpensive and can boost your energy efficiency all year long. So get those boots on the ground and start prepping your house for winter! 

Learn About Our Streamlined Customer Service Process!

With so many local plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical companies in the area, what makes F.H. Furr stand out from the rest? Glad you asked! 

It’s not just our excellent training, or the fact that we are a trusted family business who has had the respect and loyalty of thousands of customers over nearly 40 years, it’s all of these things, coupled with a streamlined process that allows both office staff and technicians to work together in such a way that allows them to make scheduling and service efficient and convenient for our customers!