Installing a whole-house humidifier can help improve winter problems in Kankakee like itchy skin, a dry nose and peeling lips. Because it runs with your heating system, you don’t have to lug a portable humidifier across your home, spilling water as you go.

As this system links to your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to request skilled whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Home Furniture, Plumbing & Heating. Whole-house humidifier cost varies due to the type of humidifier you select and how long it takes us to install it.

To help you select 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 kind because they’re the most reasonably priced. They typically cost between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor. They add humidity to your residence by using a padded moving wheel, which raises and evaporates water.

They’re available as bypass, which operates when your heating system is heating, or fan-powered, which works by itself. However, the decreased price tag also includes a greater need for maintenance to avoid mold.

A drum humidifier uses an evaporative pad to move moisture around your home. Depending on how regularly you use the humidifier, you’ll want to put in a new pad at least annually.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

As the name suggests, flow-through humidifiers flow water through an evaporator pad to produce humidity. They run between $200–$300, plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor.

They need more water when compared to a drum model, but the chance of mold is lower because the moisture flows away once the humidification cycle is done. 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 regarded as the best efficiency and requires a minimal amount of extra work, as it doesn’t have to have a reservoir of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the options you are looking for, they can range from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor.

As they can work without your furnace being on, they might require a bit more utilities than drum and flow-through models. However, the compromise is that they typically don’t have mold issues.

Make Wintertime Better with a Whole-House Humidifier from Home Furniture, Plumbing & Heating

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

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from wearing out
  • Developing a better space for household members who suffer from respiratory problems, such as asthma
  • Alleviating usual winter complaints, such as dry skin or cracked lips
  • Decreasing static electricity

Ready to enjoy a more comfy heating season while at your home? Our Home Furniture, Plumbing & Heating professionals can help you find the right whole-house humidifier for your budget. Contact us at 815-933-8213 now to get started.