Installing a whole-house humidifier can help improve winter issues in Cambridge like itchy skin, a dry nose and flaking lips. Since it works with your heating system, you don’t have to drag a portable humidifier across your home, spilling water as you go.

Because this system links to your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to schedule skilled whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Pliescott HVAC Services LLC. Whole-house humidifier cost is linked to the model of humidifier you want and how long we need to install it.

To help you find 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 often installed kind as they’re the most reasonably priced. They usually run between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor. They add humidity to your home with a padded spinning wheel, which raises and disperses water.

You can choose from bypass, which works when your heating system does, or fan-powered, which operates independently. However, the lower price tag also comes with an increased need for upkeep to stop mold.

A drum humidifier relies on an evaporative pad to distribute moisture across your home. Depending on how regularly you turn on the humidifier, you’ll need to put in a new pad at least every year.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

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

They consume more water as opposed to a drum humidifier, but the potential for mold is lower as the water flows away once the humidification cycle is done. You can select between bypass and fan models, but you’ll still have to replace the pad at least every year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is regarded as the most efficient and needs a minimal amount of extra work, as it doesn’t require standing water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the features you want, they can cost from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor.

Because they can run without your furnace being on, they might need slightly more utilities than drum and flow-through types. However, the trade-off is that they usually don’t experience mold growth.

Make Wintertime Better with a Whole-House Humidifier from Pliescott HVAC Services LLC

Although a whole-house humidifier is pricier than a portable model, it provides many perks a single-room model can’t. A couple of those benefits include:

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

Looking to enjoy a more pleasant heating season while at your residence? Our Pliescott HVAC Services LLC pros can help you select the right whole-house humidifier for your needs. Reach us at 410-228-4822 today to get started.