GREENSBORO, N.C. — With dry winter air plus cold and flu season in full swing, a humidifier can be essential to better skin, sleep, and overall health. When you turn on the heat in your house ...

Humidifiers can make your home more comfortable in the winter, potentially letting you run the heat just a little less. Getty Images ...

With a whole-home humidifier, moist air feels warmer, making your home cozier even with a lower thermostat setting, leading to reduced heating bills during the winter without sacrificing comfort.

Your humidifier is supposed to benefit your health during the cold, dry months. Learn how to clean a humidifier so mold and mildew don't hinder its work.

How often should you clean your humidifier? It's important to keep your humidifier clean. Home care experts typically recommend cleaning your humidifier at least once a week.

These are the best humidifiers you can buy in every category, from Dyson AM10 and Levoit LV600HH to HoMedics TotalComfort Deluxe.