Adding a whole-house humidifier can help alleviate wintertime problems in Phoenix like itchy skin, a dry nose and peeling lips. As it operates with your heating system, there’s no need to lug a portable humidifier from room to room, sloshing water as you go.
As this system works with your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to request professional whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Dial One Mears Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. Whole-house humidifier cost is linked to the kind of humidifier you want and how long we need to install it.
To help you choose the best whole-house humidifier for your needs, let’s go over the different models and their estimated fee.
Drum Whole-House Humidifier
Drum humidifiers are the most popular model because they’re the most economical. They typically cost between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor. They add humidity to your house through a padded rotated wheel, which lifts and evaporates water.
They’re available as bypass, which works when your heating system does, or fan-powered, which runs by itself. However, the smaller price tag also is accompanied by an increased need for maintenance to prevent mold.
A drum humidifier uses an evaporative pad to move moisture across your house. Depending on how often you turn on the humidifier, you’ll need to change this pad at least every year.
Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier
As the name suggests, flow-through humidifiers flow water through an evaporator pad to make humidity. They run between $200–$300, plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor.
They consume more water when compared to a drum style, but the chance of mold is lower because the moisture empties once the humidification cycle is complete. You can choose between bypass and fan models, but you’ll still have to install a new pad at least every year.
Steam Whole-House Humidifier
A steam humidifier is known as the most efficient and requires a minimal amount of service, because it doesn’t need 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 put together by HomeAdvisor.
As they can run alone, they may consume slightly more energy than drum and flow-through models. However, the compromise is that they usually don’t have mold growth.
Make Winter Better with a Whole-House Humidifier from Dial One Mears Air Conditioning & Heating Inc
Although a whole-house humidifier costs more than a portable model, it offers many pluses a single-room model can’t. Some of those perks involve:
- Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from drying out
- Developing a healthier environment for family members who have respiratory conditions, including asthma
- Reducing usual cold-weather complaints, including scratchy skin or peeling lips
- Reducing static electricity
Looking to enjoy a more comfy heating season while at your home? Our Dial One Mears Air Conditioning & Heating Inc professionals can help you find the right whole-house humidifier for your needs. Give us a call at 602-832-7808 now to start the process.