Installing a whole-house humidifier can help improve wintertime problems in Lincoln including flaky skin, a dry nose and peeling lips. Because it works with your heating system, you don’t have to drag a portable humidifier from room to room, splashing water as you go.
Because this system links to your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to book skilled whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like AW Heating & Air Conditioning. Whole-house humidifier cost varies due to the type of humidifier you select and how long we require to install it.
To help you choose the best whole-house humidifier for your needs, let’s discuss the different types and their estimated costs.
Drum Whole-House Humidifier
Drum humidifiers are the most often installed type since 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 residence by using a padded moving wheel, which moves up and dissolves water.
They’re available as bypass, which works when your heating system is on, or fan-powered, which works independently. However, the decreased price tag also comes with an increased need for maintenance to stop mold.
A drum humidifier relies on an evaporative pad to send moisture across your residence. Depending on how frequently you use the humidifier, you’ll have to replace the pad at least yearly.
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 need more water than a drum humidifier, but the likelihood of mold is lower because the liquid flows away once the humidification cycle is complete. You can choose between bypass and fan models, but you’ll still need to install a new pad at least every year.
Steam Whole-House Humidifier
A steam humidifier is considered the greatest efficiency and needs the least amount of service, since it doesn’t require standing water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the features you need, they can be priced at from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor.
Because they can run without your furnace being on, they could need somewhat more utilities than drum and flow-through models. However, the trade-off is that they usually don’t involve mold troubles.
Make Winter More Pleasant with a Whole-House Humidifier from AW Heating & Air Conditioning
Although a whole-house humidifier costs more than a portable model, it provides many advantages a single-room model can’t. A couple of those benefits involve:
- Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from cracking
- Making a healthier climate for household members with respiratory conditions, such as asthma
- Decreasing common winter complaints, including rough skin or flaking lips
- Reducing static electricity
Ready to enjoy a more comfortable heating season while at your residence? Our AW Heating & Air Conditioning specialists can help you choose the right whole-house humidifier for your home. Give us a call at 402-438-7992 now to begin the process.