Installing a whole-house humidifier can help improve winter issues in Albuquerque like flaky skin, a dry nose and cracked lips. Since it runs with your heating system, there’s no need to lug a portable humidifier around your home, sloshing water as you go.

As this system works with your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to request pro whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like I-Deal HVAC. Whole-house humidifier cost is linked to the model of humidifier you want and how long it takes us to install it.

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

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most requested model as they’re the most economical. They usually run between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor. They humidify your house through a padded rotated wheel, which moves up and dissolves water.

They’re available as bypass, which works when your heating system is heating, or fan-powered, which works on its own. However, the smaller price tag also includes a greater need for service to stop mold.

A drum humidifier relies on an evaporative pad to distribute moisture across your house. Depending on how frequently you turn on the humidifier, you’ll have to replace the 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 run between $200–$300, plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor.

They consume more water than a drum humidifier, but the chance of mold is reduced since the liquid flows away once the humidification cycle is finished. You can have your choice of bypass and fan models, but you’ll still have to replace the pad at least once a year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is considered the greatest efficiency and requires the smallest amount of maintenance, as it doesn’t have to have a pool of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the features you need, they can be priced at from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor.

Since they can operate without your furnace being on, they might consume somewhat more utilities than drum and flow-through models. However, the trade-off is that they typically don’t involve mold growth.

Make Winter More Enjoyable with a Whole-House Humidifier from I-Deal HVAC

Although a whole-house humidifier is more expensive than a portable model, it offers many benefits a single-room model can’t. A couple of those pluses include:

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from wearing out
  • Creating a healthier climate for family members with respiratory ailments, including asthma
  • Decreasing usual cold-weather complaints, including rough skin or flaking lips
  • Lowering static electricity

Looking to enjoy a more comfy heating season while at your residence? Our I-Deal HVAC specialists can help you find the right whole-house humidifier for your budget. Reach us at 505-317-9598 today to begin the process.