Adding a whole-house humidifier can help lessen wintertime issues in Genoa like flaky skin, a dry nose and cracked lips. As it operates with your heating system, there’s no need to lug a portable humidifier from room to room, sloshing water as you go.

Because this system connects to your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to schedule professional whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Assured Appliance & Heating & Air. Whole-house humidifier cost is linked to the type of humidifier you select and how long it takes us to install it.

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

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

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

You can choose from bypass, which runs when your heating system does, or fan-powered, which runs by itself. However, the smaller price tag also is accompanied by a higher need for maintenance to stop mold.

A drum humidifier relies on an evaporative pad to move moisture around your house. Depending on how regularly you need the humidifier, you’ll need to replace the pad at least yearly.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

As the name suggests, flow-through humidifiers flow water through an evaporator pad to create humidity. They run between $200–$300, plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor.

They use more water as opposed to a drum style, but the likelihood of mold is lower since the liquid drains once the humidification cycle is finished. You can choose between bypass and fan models, but you’ll still be required to put in a new pad at least once a year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is considered the best efficiency and calls for the least amount of maintenance, since it doesn’t have to have standing water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the options you want, they can be priced at from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor.

Because they can operate without your furnace being on, they might require somewhat more electricity than drum and flow-through types. However, the trade-off is that they usually don’t involve mold growth.

Make Cold Weather More Enjoyable with a Whole-House Humidifier from Assured Appliance & Heating & Air

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

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from cracking
  • Developing a healthier environment for family members with respiratory problems, including asthma
  • Alleviating frequent cold-weather complaints, including dry skin or cracked lips
  • Lowering static electricity

Looking to enjoy a more comfy heating season while at your residence? Our Assured Appliance & Heating & Air pros can help you find the best whole-house humidifier for your home. Give us a call at 847-306-8990 today to begin the process.