Adding a whole-house humidifier can help decrease winter ailments in Front Royal like scratchy skin, a dry nose and cracked lips. Because it operates with your heating system, you don’t have to drag a portable humidifier across your home, splashing water as you go.

Because this system works with your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to schedule pro whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Dave's Diversified Services. Whole-house humidifier cost is linked to the type of humidifier you want and how long it takes us to install it.

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

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most requested type because they’re the most economical. They typically cost between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor. They add humidity to your home through a padded moving wheel, which moves up and evaporates water.

You can choose from bypass, which works when your heating system is on, or fan-powered, which operates by itself. However, the lower price tag also comes with an increased need for upkeep to avoid mold.

A drum humidifier has an evaporative pad to distribute moisture around your residence. Depending on how frequently you use the humidifier, you’ll want to change this pad at least yearly.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

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

They consume more water as opposed to a drum model, but the chance of mold is decreased because the moisture flows away once the humidification cycle is finished. You can choose between bypass and fan models, but you’ll still be required to replace the pad at least once a year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

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

As they can run without your furnace being on, they may need a bit more energy than drum and flow-through kinds. However, the trade-off is that they usually don’t have mold issues.

Make Cold Weather Better with a Whole-House Humidifier from Dave's Diversified Services

Although a whole-house humidifier costs more than a portable model, it provides many advantages a single-room model can’t. A couple of those pluses include:

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from cracking
  • Making a healthier environment for loved ones who have respiratory conditions, including asthma
  • Decreasing frequent cold-weather complaints, including dry skin or cracked lips
  • Lowering static electricity

Looking to enjoy a more pleasant heating season while indoors? Our Dave's Diversified Services specialists can help you choose the right whole-house humidifier for your budget. Contact us at 540-636-3396 now to begin the process.