Most homeowners focus on heat and frozen pipes only when an especially cold winter hits, and forget to take steps to maintain their systems. Dry indoor air and low water pressure are more than just annoyances; they could signal deeper issues. Chesapeake Home Services helps keep homeowners educated about the effects of dry indoor air and low water pressure on their homes. 

Winter Homeownership Threats: Dry Air 

How does dry indoor air affect your HVAC system?  

When heating systems run continuously, they strip moisture from the air, which affects your home and your health. The air in your home may be too dry if you are waking up with a dry throat, dry skin, or nosebleeds, experiencing static shocks, noticing cracked hardwood floors or furniture, or if you or a family member has worsening allergies.

Dry air also makes it feel colder in your home, which will trigger your thermostat to go up, and therefore so does your energy bill.

Pro Solutions from Chesapeake Home Services HVAC Team:

• Whole-home humidifiers integrated with HVAC
• In-home humidity sensors paired with smart thermostats
• Better insulation to promote less air exchange and create balanced humidity

What can an HVAC company do to manage dry air, humidity, and energy efficiency?

At Chesapeake Home Services, we know that a comfortable, efficient winter home isn’t just about keeping warm—it’s about system balance. We can help your home find the right balance of humidity levels and the least amount of energy waste. Proactive maintenance is the best way to prevent costly emergencies and ensure appliance efficiency. 

Weak Water Pressure and What to Do About It

Why does my home have lower water pressure in the cold winter months?

If your water pressure dips in winter, it could be for a variety of reasons, not just a frozen pipe scare or a struggle for an old pressure regulator to keep up with holiday demand. It could mean that mineral buildup in pipes has become worse with cold weather constriction, or potentially a leak caused by the ground shifting throughout the winter’s freeze and thaw cycles. 

What can a plumber do to improve water pressure? 

Low water pressure can be a multifaceted problem due to inefficient heating, poor appliance performance, and regulators. You can have your system inspected at least once annually to avoid major problems. The plumbers at Chesapeake Home Services can do a pre-winter water pressure test, pressure regulator checks and replacements, as well as pipe flushing or re-piping where needed. 

Make sure your holiday guests don’t get stuck in the cold! Call Chesapeake Home Services at 302-732-6006 to test, tune, and optimize your HVAC and plumbing systems.