Installing a whole-house humidifier can help decrease cold-weather problems in Manassas like itchy skin, a dry nose and peeling lips. Because it runs with your heating system, you don’t have to drag a portable humidifier from room to room, splashing water as you go.

As this system works with your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to schedule skilled whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Air-Right Energy Design. Whole-house humidifier cost varies due to the type of humidifier you choose and how long we require to install it.

To help you choose the best whole-house humidifier for your home, let’s go over the different kinds and their estimated costs.

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most often installed type because they’re the most affordable. They often cost between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor. They humidify your house by using a padded spinning wheel, which raises and disperses water.

They’re available as bypass, which runs when your heating system is on, or fan-powered, which runs on its own. However, the lower price tag also is accompanied by a greater need for service to avoid mold.

A drum humidifier uses an evaporative pad to move moisture around your house. Depending on how often you use the humidifier, you’ll have to change this pad at least yearly.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

As the name implies, flow-through humidifiers move water through an evaporator pad to make 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 likelihood of mold is lower as the water flows away once the humidification cycle is done. You can choose between bypass and fan models, but you’ll still need to install a new pad at least annually.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is regarded as the most efficient and needs the least amount of service, since it doesn’t require a reservoir of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the extras you are looking for, they can range from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor.

Because they can operate without your furnace being on, they might need somewhat more electricity than drum and flow-through models. However, the benefit is that they ordinarily don’t involve mold growth.

Make Wintertime More Enjoyable with a Whole-House Humidifier from Air-Right Energy Design

Although a whole-house humidifier costs more than a portable model, it offers many pluses a single-room model can’t. A few of those pluses involve:

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from cracking
  • Developing a better climate for household members who suffer from respiratory ailments, like asthma
  • Alleviating frequent wintertime complaints, like rough skin or cracked lips
  • Lowering static electricity

Ready to enjoy a more comfortable heating season while at your home? Our Air-Right Energy Design pros can help you find the right whole-house humidifier for your needs. Contact us at 703-260-1148 right away to begin the process.