Getting a whole-house humidifier can help lessen wintertime problems in Libertyville like itchy skin, a dry nose and peeling lips. Because it operates with your heating system, you don’t have to drag a portable humidifier from room to room, sloshing water as you go.

Since this system links to your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to request professional whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like TopTec. Whole-house humidifier cost is linked to the type of humidifier you select and how long we require to install it.

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

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most often installed type as they’re the most economical. They often run between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor. They add moisture to your home with a padded moving wheel, which moves up and dissolves water.

You can select from bypass, which works when your heating system does, or fan-powered, which works on its own. However, the smaller price tag also is accompanied by a greater need for maintenance to prevent mold.

A drum humidifier has an evaporative pad to send moisture around your house. Depending on how often you need the humidifier, you’ll want to change this pad at least annually.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

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

They use more water when compared to a drum style, but the chance of mold is lower as the liquid empties once the humidification cycle is finished. You can choose between bypass and fan models, but you’ll still be required to install a new pad at least once a year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is considered the best efficiency and requires the smallest amount of extra work, 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 be priced at from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor.

Because they can operate independently of your furnace, they may require a bit more energy than drum and flow-through kinds. However, the benefit is that they ordinarily don’t have mold issues.

Make Wintertime Better with a Whole-House Humidifier from TopTec

Although a whole-house humidifier costs more than a portable model, it provides many pluses a single-room model can’t. Some of those pluses involve:

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from cracking
  • Making a healthier space for loved ones who suffer from respiratory conditions, such as asthma
  • Decreasing usual wintertime complaints, including rough skin or cracked lips
  • Decreasing static electricity

Ready to enjoy a more comfy heating season while at your home? Our TopTec specialists can help you select the right whole-house humidifier for your budget. Give us a call at 847-362-0262 now to start the process.