Getting a whole-house humidifier can help improve wintertime problems in Chelan and Wenatchee like flaky skin, a dry nose and flaking lips. As it operates with your heating system, there’s no need to carry a portable humidifier around your home, splashing water as you go.
As 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 Lakeside Heating & Air. Whole-house humidifier cost depends based on the type of humidifier you choose and how long we need to install it.
To help you choose the best whole-house humidifier for your needs, let’s review the different kinds and their estimated price.
Drum Whole-House Humidifier
Drum humidifiers are the most popular type because they’re the most economical. They often cost between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor. They humidify your home by using a padded rotated wheel, which raises and disperses water.
They’re available as bypass, which works when your heating system does, or fan-powered, which runs by itself. However, the lower price tag also comes with a higher need for maintenance to avoid mold.
A drum humidifier uses an evaporative pad to move moisture around your house. Depending on how regularly you turn on the humidifier, you’ll need to replace the pad at least once a year.
Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier
As the name implies, flow-through humidifiers send water through an evaporator pad to produce humidity. They cost $200–$300, plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor.
They use more water as opposed to a drum style, but the chance of mold is decreased because the moisture empties once the humidification cycle is finished. You can have your choice of bypass and fan models, but you’ll still need to replace the pad at least annually.
Steam Whole-House Humidifier
A steam humidifier is regarded as the best efficiency and requires a minimal amount of maintenance, because it doesn’t need standing water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the extras you are looking for, they can be priced at from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor.
As they can run without your furnace being on, they may consume a bit more utilities than drum and flow-through kinds. However, the compromise is that they typically don’t have mold troubles.
Make Cold Weather Better with a Whole-House Humidifier from Lakeside Heating & Air
Although a whole-house humidifier costs more than a portable model, it gives many perks a single-room model can’t. Some of those pluses entail:
- Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from drying out
- Creating an improved environment for family members with respiratory conditions, including asthma
- Reducing usual wintertime complaints, like rough skin or chapped lips
- Reducing static electricity
Ready to enjoy a more comfortable heating season while at your home? Our Lakeside Heating & Air specialists can help you select the right whole-house humidifier for your needs. Give us a call at 509-284-4265 today to begin the process.