Adding a whole-house humidifier can help decrease cold-weather issues in Swanton like itchy skin, a dry nose and flaking lips. Because it operates with your heating system, you don’t need to carry a portable humidifier across your home, spilling water as you go.

As this system works with your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to schedule professional whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Northwest Services. Whole-house humidifier cost is linked to the type of humidifier you select and how long we require to install it.

To help you choose the best whole-house humidifier for your needs, let’s discuss the different models and their estimated costs.

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most often installed model because they’re the most reasonably priced. They typically cost between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor. They humidify your residence through a padded moving wheel, which raises and disperses water.

They’re available as bypass, which operates when your heating system is heating, or fan-powered, which works on its own. However, the smaller price tag also includes an increased need for service to stop mold.

A drum humidifier relies on an evaporative pad to move moisture across your home. Depending on how regularly you use the humidifier, you’ll want to replace the pad at least annually.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

As the name says, flow-through humidifiers flow water through an evaporator pad to make humidity. They cost $200–$300, plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor.

They need more water when compared to a drum model, but the likelihood of mold is reduced because the moisture drains once the humidification cycle is complete. You can select between bypass and fan models, but you’ll still be required to install a new pad at least every year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is known as the greatest efficiency and calls for the smallest amount of extra work, because it doesn’t have to have a reservoir of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the options you want, they can cost from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor.

As they can run independently of your furnace, they might need slightly more electricity than drum and flow-through models. However, the compromise is that they ordinarily don’t experience mold troubles.

Make Cold Weather Better with a Whole-House Humidifier from Northwest Services

Although a whole-house humidifier is more expensive than a portable model, it offers many advantages a single-room model can’t. Some of those benefits include:

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from wearing out
  • Creating a better environment for family members who have respiratory ailments, such as asthma
  • Alleviating common cold-weather complaints, like dry skin or peeling lips
  • Decreasing static electricity

Ready to enjoy a more comfy heating season while at your residence? Our Northwest Services professionals can help you choose the best whole-house humidifier for your needs. Give us a call at 419-548-5017 today to begin the process.