Getting a whole-house humidifier can help improve cold-weather ailments in Menomonie and western Wisconsin such as scratchy skin, a dry nose and flaking lips. Because it works with your heating system, you don’t need to drag a portable humidifier around your home, splashing water as you go.

Because this system connects to your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to request pro whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Halverson Brothers Inc. Whole-house humidifier cost is linked 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 needs, let’s discuss the different models and their estimated price.

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most popular model as they’re the most reasonably priced. They usually are priced between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor. They add humidity to your home with a padded spinning wheel, which lifts and disperses water.

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

A drum humidifier has an evaporative pad to distribute moisture across your house. Depending on how frequently you need the humidifier, you’ll need to replace the pad at least yearly.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

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

They consume more water than a drum style, but the chance of mold is reduced as the water empties once the humidification cycle is done. You can have your choice of bypass and fan models, but you’ll still need to install a new pad at least once a year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is known as the best efficiency and calls for the smallest amount of extra work, as it doesn’t have to have standing water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the extras you are looking for, they can be priced at from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor.

Since they can run without your furnace being on, they may need a bit more electricity than drum and flow-through models. However, the trade-off is that they typically don’t have mold troubles.

Make Winter More Enjoyable with a Whole-House Humidifier from Halverson Brothers Inc

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

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from drying out
  • Making a better environment for family members with respiratory ailments, including asthma
  • Alleviating usual wintertime complaints, including rough skin or chapped lips
  • Reducing static electricity

Ready to enjoy a more comfy heating season while indoors? Our Halverson Brothers Inc pros can help you find the best whole-house humidifier for your home. Reach us at 715-352-4052 now to start the process.