Installing a whole-house humidifier can help improve wintertime issues in Cambridge like itchy skin, a dry nose and flaking lips. Because it works with your heating system, you don’t need to carry a portable humidifier from room to room, spilling water as you go.

Since this system links to your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to schedule pro whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Pliescott HVAC Services LLC. Whole-house humidifier cost depends based on the kind 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 go over the different kinds and their estimated fee.

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most popular model since they’re the most reasonably priced. They typically are priced between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor. They add moisture to your home with a padded moving wheel, which raises and disperses water.

They’re available as bypass, which works when your heating system is heating, or fan-powered, which runs independently. However, the smaller price tag also comes with an increased need for upkeep to avoid mold.

A drum humidifier relies on an evaporative pad to move moisture across your residence. Depending on how frequently you turn on the humidifier, you’ll need to replace the pad at least annually.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

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

They consume more water when compared to a drum model, but the likelihood of mold is decreased since the liquid flows away once the humidification cycle is finished. 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 greatest efficiency and needs the least amount of maintenance, because it doesn’t have to have a pool of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the features you need, they can cost from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor.

Because they can work without your furnace being on, they might require slightly more utilities than drum and flow-through types. However, the trade-off is that they typically don’t involve mold issues.

Make Cold Weather More Enjoyable with a Whole-House Humidifier from Pliescott HVAC Services LLC

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

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from drying out
  • Developing an improved environment for family members with respiratory ailments, such as asthma
  • Alleviating frequent cold-weather complaints, like scratchy skin or chapped lips
  • Reducing static electricity

Looking to enjoy a more comfortable heating season while at your residence? Our Pliescott HVAC Services LLC professionals can help you choose the ideal whole-house humidifier for your home. Reach us at 410-228-4822 today to begin the process.