Getting a whole-house humidifier can help decrease cold-weather ailments in Wyandotte including scratchy skin, a dry nose and flaking lips. Because it runs with your heating system, there’s no need to drag a portable humidifier around your home, sloshing water as you go.

Because this system works with your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to book professional whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Gee & Missler Heating & Air Conditioning. Whole-house humidifier cost is linked to the model of humidifier you choose and how long it takes us to install it.

To help you find the best whole-house humidifier for your house, let’s go over the different kinds and their estimated price.

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most often installed model as they’re the most affordable. They typically run between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor. They add humidity to your home through a padded rotated wheel, which lifts and dissolves water.

You can choose from bypass, which works when your heating system is on, or fan-powered, which works independently. However, the smaller price tag also comes with a higher need for service to stop mold.

A drum humidifier uses an evaporative pad to distribute moisture throughout your house. Depending on how often you turn on the humidifier, you’ll need to replace the pad at least every year.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

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

They consume more water as opposed to a drum humidifier, but the chance of mold is lower because the water flows away once the humidification cycle is done. You can have your choice of bypass and fan models, but you’ll still be required to put in a new pad at least once a year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is regarded as the most efficient and requires a minimal amount of extra work, because it doesn’t require standing 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.

As they can run independently of your furnace, they could need slightly more utilities than drum and flow-through types. However, the benefit is that they usually don’t involve mold issues.

Make Cold Weather More Enjoyable with a Whole-House Humidifier from Gee & Missler Heating & Air Conditioning

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

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from drying out
  • Creating a healthier space for family members who have respiratory problems, including asthma
  • Reducing common winter complaints, like scratchy skin or flaking lips
  • Reducing static electricity

Want to enjoy a more comfy heating season while indoors? Our Gee & Missler Heating & Air Conditioning professionals can help you find the right whole-house humidifier for your home. Reach us at 734-284-1224 now to start the process.