Adding a whole-house humidifier can help improve wintertime issues in Morgantown such as scratchy skin, a dry nose and peeling lips. Because it operates with your heating system, you don’t have to lug a portable humidifier from room to room, splashing water as you go.

Since this system works with your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to book skilled whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Mountain Air. Whole-house humidifier cost depends based on the kind of humidifier you choose and how long we need to install it.

To help you choose the best whole-house humidifier for your home, let’s discuss the different kinds and their estimated costs.

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

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

You can choose from bypass, which operates when your heating system is on, or fan-powered, which runs on its own. However, the smaller price tag also includes an increased need for service to stop mold.

A drum humidifier relies on an evaporative pad to distribute moisture around your residence. Depending on how often 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 implies, flow-through humidifiers move water through an evaporator pad to create humidity. They are around $200–$300, plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor.

They need more water when compared to a drum style, but the potential for mold is reduced as the liquid flows away 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 every year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is considered the greatest efficiency and requires the least amount of extra work, because it doesn’t have to have a reservoir of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the extras you want, they can cost from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor.

Since they can operate independently of your furnace, they might require a bit more electricity than drum and flow-through types. However, the trade-off is that they usually don’t experience mold issues.

Make Wintertime More Enjoyable with a Whole-House Humidifier from Mountain Air

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

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from drying out
  • Developing a better environment for loved ones with respiratory problems, like asthma
  • Decreasing frequent wintertime complaints, including rough skin or peeling lips
  • Decreasing static electricity

Looking to enjoy a more pleasant heating season while at your residence? Our Mountain Air pros can help you find the right whole-house humidifier for your budget. Reach us at 304-413-1287 now to begin the process.