Getting a whole-house humidifier can help lessen wintertime ailments in Libertyville such as flaky skin, a dry nose and flaking lips. Because it operates with your heating system, you don’t need to drag a portable humidifier around your home, spilling water as you go.

Since 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 TopTec. Whole-house humidifier cost is linked to the model of humidifier you want and how long we need to install it.

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

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most requested model as they’re the most reasonably priced. They usually run between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor. They add humidity to your house with a padded spinning wheel, which raises and disperses water.

They’re available as bypass, which operates when your heating system is heating, or fan-powered, which works independently. However, the smaller price tag also includes a higher need for upkeep to avoid mold.

A drum humidifier has an evaporative pad to send moisture across your home. Depending on how frequently you need the humidifier, you’ll want to put in a new pad at least every year.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

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

They consume more water as opposed to a drum humidifier, but the likelihood of mold is decreased as the water empties once the humidification cycle is complete. You can have your choice of bypass and fan models, but you’ll still need to install a new pad at least once a year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is considered the best efficiency and calls for a minimal amount of maintenance, since it doesn’t have to have a pool 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 put together by HomeAdvisor.

Since they can run without your furnace being on, they might consume a bit more energy than drum and flow-through types. However, the trade-off is that they usually don’t involve mold troubles.

Make Cold Weather More Pleasant with a Whole-House Humidifier from TopTec

Although a whole-house humidifier is more expensive than a portable model, it offers many perks a single-room model can’t. A couple of those perks involve:

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from drying out
  • Developing an improved space for loved ones who have respiratory problems, such as asthma
  • Alleviating usual cold-weather complaints, including rough skin or cracked lips
  • Lowering static electricity

Looking to enjoy a more comfortable heating season while indoors? Our TopTec pros can help you select the right whole-house humidifier for your home. Contact us at 847-362-0262 right away to get started.