Getting a whole-house humidifier can help lessen winter ailments in York like scratchy skin, a dry nose and cracked lips. Since it runs 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 works with your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to schedule skilled whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Strine's. Whole-house humidifier cost depends based on the model of humidifier you want and how long it takes us to install it.
To help you select the best whole-house humidifier for your house, let’s review the different types and their estimated price.
Drum Whole-House Humidifier
Drum humidifiers are the most popular kind because they’re the most affordable. They often are priced between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor. They add moisture to your home with a padded rotated wheel, which lifts and evaporates water.
You can choose from bypass, which works when your heating system is heating, or fan-powered, which operates by itself. However, the smaller price tag also includes a higher need for service to avoid mold.
A drum humidifier has an evaporative pad to move moisture around your house. Depending on how frequently you turn on the humidifier, you’ll need to change this pad at least yearly.
Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier
As the name implies, flow-through humidifiers send water through an evaporator pad to make humidity. They cost $200–$300, plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor.
They use more water when compared to a drum model, but the potential for mold is reduced because the liquid empties once the humidification cycle is finished. You can choose between bypass and fan models, but you’ll still be required to install a new pad at least once a year.
Steam Whole-House Humidifier
A steam humidifier is considered the most efficient and needs the least amount of service, because it doesn’t require a reservoir of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the extras you are looking for, they can cost from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor.
As they can run without your furnace being on, they may need a bit more electricity than drum and flow-through models. However, the trade-off is that they usually don’t experience mold troubles.
Make Cold Weather More Pleasant with a Whole-House Humidifier from Strine's
Although a whole-house humidifier costs more than a portable model, it provides many pluses a single-room model can’t. A few of those advantages include:
- Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from cracking
- Developing an improved climate for family members with respiratory conditions, such as asthma
- Alleviating common wintertime complaints, like scratchy skin or cracked lips
- Reducing static electricity
Looking to enjoy a more pleasant heating season while indoors? Our Strine's professionals can help you select the ideal whole-house humidifier for your needs. Give us a call at 717-383-4479 today to start the process.