However, humidifiers can get gross, potentially spreading bacteria and other germs. Consumer Reports reveals some simple and effective maintenance tips to keep you and your humidifier in tip top ...

A humidifier can be incredibly useful as the colder months dry out the air, but it still requires maintenance. Here's how to clean your humidifier.

Cleaning a humidifier is especially important since not doing it can lead to potential health risks. I spoke to cleaning experts to find the best way to clean a humidifier.

Since you’re probably constantly adding fresh water to your humidifier, you may not think you need to clean it that frequently. But you do—and far more often than you might guess.