When winter rolls into Indiana, most of us hunker down inside where it’s warm and cozy. Those gray skies aren’t doing anyone any favors! But here’s the catch: while your home is keeping out the cold, it may also be trapping something else, unwanted air pollutants. From dry air to allergens that just won’t quit, winter is prime time for indoor air quality (IAQ) issues. The good news? You don’t have to suffer through a season of scratchy throats, chapped lips, and stale air. Let’s break it down.

Why Does Indoor Air Quality Get Worse in the Winter?

1. Sealed Homes = Stale Air
In the summer, windows and doors open more often, and fresh air circulates through your home. In the winter? Everything’s sealed tight to keep the heat in. That means dust, pet dander, cooking smells, and other indoor pollutants just keep recirculating. We all love bacon, but do we all want to smell like bacon days later? Probably not.

2. Dry, Dry, Dry Air
Indiana winters are no joke, and when the cold, dry air outside combines with heated indoor air, your home’s humidity levels plummet. Low humidity can make your skin itch, your nose stuffy, and even your wood furniture and floors crack. Bonus: it also turns your hair into a static electricity experiment that no one asked for.

3. Allergens and Germs on the Loose
You’d think allergies take a break in the winter, but dust mites, mold spores, and pet dander are still hanging around. Add in the fact that more time indoors means closer contact with germs, and your immune system gets a workout. Kids are back to school and back to bringing home germs… plus the crumpled permission slip you were supposed to sign two weeks ago.

4. Your HVAC System Needs Backup
Even the best heating system wasn’t designed to take on air quality issues by itself. That’s where some extra tools come in handy. Think of it like a superhero sidekick, your HVAC handles the heat, but it needs a partner to battle germs, dust, and dry air.

How to Improve Indoor Air Quality This Winter

Luckily, you don’t need to choose between warmth and clean, healthy air. Here are some of the best whole-home solutions:

• Reme Halo® Air Purifier
  This powerful system is installed right into your ductwork and uses advanced technology to reduce airborne pollutants like bacteria, mold, and viruses. It helps keep the air fresher and healthier in every room, kind of like hitting “refresh” on your entire house.
• Phenomenal Aire™ Cold Plasma Generator
  Think of this as a “fresh air machine” for your HVAC system. It generates ions that neutralize contaminants and reduce allergens, helping your home smell and feel cleaner without added chemicals or artificial “mountain breeze” sprays.
• Whole-Home Humidifier
  Balance is key. A whole-home humidifier works with your furnace to put just the right amount of moisture back into the air. No more static shocks, desert-dry throats, or skin so flaky it could double as confetti. Just comfortable, healthy air throughout your home.

Why This Matters

Cleaner indoor air isn’t just about comfort — it’s about health. Better humidity levels can help protect your skin and respiratory system, while advanced air purifiers reduce the stuff floating around that can make you sick or trigger allergies. Plus, investing in your indoor air quality helps protect your home itself, from your hardwood floors to your furniture.

Ready to Breathe Easier?

Winter in Indiana doesn’t have to mean dry, stale, allergen-filled air. With solutions like the Reme Halo, Phenomenal Aire, and a whole-home humidifier, you can keep your home cozy and healthy all season long. Because when it comes to comfort and clean air, It’s Gotta be Godby!