Installing a whole-house humidifier can help lessen cold-weather ailments in Des Moines such as itchy skin, a dry nose and cracked lips. As it operates with your heating system, you don’t have to carry a portable humidifier across your home, splashing water as you go.

Since this system connects to your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to book pro whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Heartland Heating & Cooling. Whole-house humidifier cost depends based on the kind of humidifier you select and how long we need to install it.

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

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most often installed model as they’re the most affordable. They typically cost between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor. They add humidity to your residence through a padded spinning wheel, which lifts and dissolves water.

You can choose from bypass, which runs when your heating system is heating, or fan-powered, which operates independently. However, the smaller price tag also is accompanied by an increased need for service to avoid mold.

A drum humidifier relies on an evaporative pad to send moisture across your house. Depending on how frequently you use the humidifier, you’ll need to put in a new pad at least annually.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

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

They need more water as opposed to a drum style, but the chance of mold is reduced as the liquid flows away once the humidification cycle is finished. You can choose between bypass and fan models, but you’ll still need to replace the pad at least once a year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is considered the best efficiency and calls for the least amount of maintenance, because it doesn’t have to have a reservoir of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the extras 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 independently of your furnace, they may require a bit more electricity than drum and flow-through types. However, the benefit is that they typically don’t involve mold growth.

Make Wintertime More Enjoyable with a Whole-House Humidifier from Heartland Heating & Cooling

Although a whole-house humidifier costs more than a portable model, it gives many benefits a single-room model can’t. Some of those benefits involve:

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from wearing out
  • Creating a healthier space for family members who suffer from respiratory conditions, like asthma
  • Alleviating common winter complaints, like scratchy skin or chapped lips
  • Reducing static electricity

Ready to enjoy a more pleasant heating season while indoors? Our Heartland Heating & Cooling professionals can help you find the right whole-house humidifier for your budget. Reach us at 515-344-3579 today to begin the process.