Humidifiers can moisten the air and make your home more comfortable. But without routine cleaning, the devices can harbor mold and bacteria. That’s where the newest humidifier designs come in.

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These devices can help prevent dryness on your skin, lips, nose, and throat, but if you never clean them out, mold can build up and be spread into the air, too. Below, we asked two humidifier experts ...

Consumer Reports shares the steps to take to clean your humidifier the right way and to prevent mold from growing in the reservoir of your appliances. ... Best Humidifiers of 2025.