Your HVAC Equipment and Sleep

Desperate girl suffering insomnia trying to sleep

Can’t get enough quality sleep at night?

The solution may rest with the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system in your Wisconsin home. You can tweak your environment and create the perfect sleeping conditions by controlling temperature, humidity, and indoor air quality (IAQ).

At Midwest Heating & Cooling, we are all about finding the best solutions for your HVAC needs. We have more than 20 years of experience servicing heating and cooling systems in Mukwonago.

Often a repair, installation, or a simple maintenance checkup not only enhances your comfort but can improve your bedtime environment as well. 

Get Seven Hours of Sleep

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention, insufficient sleep is linked to the development of chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and depression. Lack of sleep also can lead to accidents that result in injury or disability.

Disorders such as narcolepsy and sleep apnea prevent some adults from getting the recommended minimum of seven hours of sleep every day. Lifestyle habits and environmental conditions also contribute to poor quality sleep. Waking up repeatedly throughout the night, for example, indicates poor quality sleep.

You can improve sleep quality by following these tips:

  • Remove electronics from your bedroom.
  • Avoid alcohol and caffeinated beverages before bedtime. 
  • Go to bed at the same time every night and wake up at the same time every morning. 
  • Keep your sleeping area dark and at a comfortable temperature. 

Keeping it Cool

Midwest Heating & Cooling can help you create a comfortable environment in your Mukwonago home. We can recommend a programmable thermostat that can lower or increase the indoor temperature at specific times throughout the day.

Sleep experts recommend cooler temperatures in the bedroom at night. Lowering the temperature from 3 to 5 degrees Fahrenheit can improve sleep quality. You can schedule a programmable thermostat to lower the temperature in your home while you sleep and to raise it again in the morning. 

Muggy and Uncomfortable

Humidity is another factor that can impact your comfort. The air in your bedroom can seem muggy when the humidity is too high, making it difficult to relax and breathe.

High humidity can promote mold growth and attract insects, both of which can irritate your respiratory system and aggravate allergies and asthma. Breathing difficulties can interrupt your sleep.

Too little humidity can cause dry skin, chapped lips and can irritate your throat and nasal passages. That interrupts sleep too.

The solution might be installing a whole-house humidifier to increase moisture in the air or a whole-house dehumidifier to lower the humidity level. Our qualified professionals at Midwest Heating & Cooling can analyze the air in your Mukwonago home, pinpoint the humidity level, and suggest a remedy for your unique situation. 

Breathe Easily

In addition to determining humidity levels, an analysis also reports the kinds of particles in your home environment. Contaminants, such as pet dander, dust, and even inspect parts that pass through your furnace or air conditioning system and ductwork, can lower indoor air quality and affect how well you sleep.

Poor indoor air quality can cause congestion, sore throats, and coughing, interfering with quality sleep.

Take proactive steps to minimize the risk of lower air quality:

  • Change your HVAC system’s air filter every three months.
  • Schedule annual maintenance on your heating and cooling units. 
  • Consider cleaning your air ducts. Ask us at Midwest Heating & Cooling for a consultation.
  • Using fans can help make you feel more relaxed at night. A ceiling fan’s downdraft can feel refreshingly cool on your skin and will circulate the air to keep it fresh, making breathing and sleeping easier. 

Call the HVAC Experts Today

Midwest Heating & Cooling can help you maintain the comfort you need to get quality sleep in your Mukwonago, WI, home. Call us at 414-704-0129 or request service online.

Need HVAC Service?

Contact the experts at Midwest Heating & Cooling.

Call us at 414-209-4668!