Getting a whole-house humidifier can help decrease wintertime problems in Mankato area like flaky skin, a dry nose and flaking lips. Since it works with your heating system, you don’t need to lug 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 request pro whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Northern Comfort Inc. Whole-house humidifier cost varies due to 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 house, let’s go over the different types and their estimated costs.

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most often installed model because they’re the most economical. They usually cost between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor. They add humidity to your home through a padded moving wheel, which moves up and dissolves water.

You can select from bypass, which works when your heating system does, or fan-powered, which works on its own. However, the lower price tag also includes a higher need for maintenance to prevent mold.

A drum humidifier has an evaporative pad to move moisture across your home. Depending on how regularly you use the humidifier, you’ll have 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 produce humidity. They are around $200–$300, plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor.

They use more water when compared to a drum model, but the potential for mold is reduced because the liquid flows away once the humidification cycle is finished. You can select between bypass and fan models, but you’ll still need to install a new pad at least every year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

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

As they can operate independently of your furnace, they might need a bit more electricity than drum and flow-through models. However, the compromise is that they usually don’t involve mold issues.

Make Winter Better with a Whole-House Humidifier from Northern Comfort Inc

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

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from wearing out
  • Creating a healthier climate for family members with respiratory ailments, like asthma
  • Reducing frequent winter complaints, such as dry skin or peeling lips
  • Lowering static electricity

Ready to enjoy a more pleasant heating season while at your home? Our Northern Comfort Inc specialists can help you select the right whole-house humidifier for your budget. Give us a call at 507-387-6596 now to get started.