Installing a whole-house humidifier can help improve wintertime ailments in Northridge like itchy skin, a dry nose and cracked lips. As it works with your heating system, you don’t have to carry a portable humidifier from room to room, splashing water as you go.

Because this system works with your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to request skilled whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Enertek Air Conditioning & Heating. Whole-house humidifier cost varies due to the kind of humidifier you choose and how long it takes us to install it.

To help you find the best whole-house humidifier for your home, let’s discuss the different types and their estimated price.

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most popular type because they’re the most affordable. They usually cost between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor. They add moisture to your home with a padded moving wheel, which lifts and evaporates water.

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

A drum humidifier uses an evaporative pad to send moisture across your home. Depending on how regularly you use the humidifier, you’ll need to change this pad at least every year.

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 put together by HomeAdvisor.

They consume more water as opposed to a drum style, but the chance of mold is decreased as 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 put in a new pad at least once a year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is known as the greatest efficiency and calls for a minimal amount of maintenance, because it doesn’t require a reservoir of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the extras you are looking for, they can range from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor.

As they can run independently of your furnace, they may require a bit more energy than drum and flow-through kinds. However, the compromise is that they usually don’t involve mold issues.

Make Wintertime More Enjoyable with a Whole-House Humidifier from Enertek Air Conditioning & Heating

Although a whole-house humidifier is pricier than a portable model, it offers many pluses a single-room model can’t. Some of those advantages involve:

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from cracking
  • Making an improved space for loved ones with respiratory conditions, including 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 Enertek Air Conditioning & Heating professionals can help you find the right whole-house humidifier for your budget. Give us a call at (818) 727-9993 now to start the process.