Getting a whole-house humidifier can help lessen winter issues in Chadron like scratchy skin, a dry nose and flaking lips. As it operates with your heating system, you don’t need to lug 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 MPC Heating & Cooling. Whole-house humidifier cost varies due to the model of humidifier you select and how long we require to install it.

To help you select the best whole-house humidifier for your needs, let’s review the different models and their estimated price.

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most requested model because they’re the most economical. They typically run between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor. They add moisture to your home through a padded spinning wheel, which raises and dissolves water.

You can select from bypass, which runs when your heating system does, or fan-powered, which operates by itself. However, the smaller price tag also includes a higher need for service to prevent mold.

A drum humidifier relies on an evaporative pad to send moisture around your house. Depending on how often you turn on the humidifier, you’ll need to put in a new pad at least every year.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

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

They consume more water when compared to a drum model, but the chance of mold is reduced as the water flows away once the humidification cycle is complete. You can have your choice of bypass and fan models, but you’ll still need to replace the pad at least every year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is considered the best efficiency and requires the smallest amount of maintenance, since it doesn’t require a pool of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the features you want, they can cost from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor.

Because they can run independently of your furnace, they might require slightly more utilities than drum and flow-through models. However, the trade-off is that they usually don’t experience mold troubles.

Make Cold Weather More Enjoyable with a Whole-House Humidifier from MPC Heating & Cooling

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

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from wearing out
  • Making a better environment for family members with respiratory problems, such as asthma
  • Alleviating usual winter complaints, such as dry skin or peeling lips
  • Decreasing static electricity

Ready to enjoy a more comfy heating season while at your home? Our MPC Heating & Cooling pros can help you choose the best whole-house humidifier for your home. Reach us at 308-832-4321 right away to start the process.