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

Since this system connects to your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to book skilled whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Brookwood Inc. Whole-house humidifier cost depends based on the type of humidifier you want and how long we require to install it.

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

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most popular model since they’re the most reasonably priced. They often cost between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor. They add humidity to your residence with a padded spinning wheel, which raises and evaporates water.

They’re available as bypass, which works when your heating system does, or fan-powered, which works by itself. However, the lower price tag also comes with a higher need for service to stop mold.

A drum humidifier relies on an evaporative pad to distribute moisture throughout your residence. Depending on how often you use the humidifier, you’ll want to put in a new pad at least every year.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

As the name suggests, flow-through humidifiers move water through an evaporator pad to make humidity. They are around $200–$300, plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor.

They use more water as opposed to a drum humidifier, but the likelihood of mold is decreased as the water flows away once the humidification cycle is finished. You can have your choice of bypass and fan models, but you’ll still have to replace the pad at least annually.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is considered the most efficient and needs the smallest amount of service, because it doesn’t have to have a pool of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the extras you are looking for, they can cost from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor.

Since they can operate without your furnace being on, they may need somewhat more energy than drum and flow-through models. However, the compromise is that they ordinarily don’t have mold troubles.

Make Winter Better with a Whole-House Humidifier from Brookwood Inc

Although a whole-house humidifier costs more than a portable model, it gives many perks a single-room model can’t. A few of those benefits entail:

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from drying out
  • Developing an improved climate for family members who have respiratory ailments, including asthma
  • Decreasing frequent winter complaints, including rough skin or cracked lips
  • Reducing static electricity

Want to enjoy a more comfortable heating season while at your residence? Our Brookwood Inc pros can help you choose the ideal whole-house humidifier for your home. Contact us at 641-316-9803 right away to begin the process.