Adding a whole-house humidifier can help lessen cold-weather issues in Temple/Belton such as flaky skin, a dry nose and peeling lips. Because it operates with your heating system, you don’t have to carry a portable humidifier around your home, spilling water as you go.

Since this system works with your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to request professional whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Bell Air Conditioning Inc. Whole-house humidifier cost varies due to the type of humidifier you want and how long we need to install it.

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

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most requested model because they’re the most reasonably priced. They typically cost between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor. They add humidity to your home with a padded spinning wheel, which lifts and evaporates water.

You can choose from bypass, which operates when your heating system does, or fan-powered, which runs independently. However, the decreased price tag also is accompanied by a higher need for upkeep to stop mold.

A drum humidifier uses an evaporative pad to distribute moisture throughout your house. Depending on how regularly you use the humidifier, you’ll want to change this pad at least yearly.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

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

They use more water as opposed to a drum style, but the likelihood of mold is decreased since the moisture drains once the humidification cycle is complete. You can choose 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 considered the most efficient and requires the least amount of service, because it doesn’t have to have standing water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the features you need, they can range from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor.

Since they can run independently of your furnace, they could need slightly more utilities than drum and flow-through kinds. However, the trade-off is that they typically don’t experience mold growth.

Make Wintertime More Pleasant with a Whole-House Humidifier from Bell Air Conditioning Inc

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

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from wearing out
  • Creating a better climate for loved ones who have respiratory conditions, including asthma
  • Reducing frequent winter complaints, such as scratchy skin or cracked lips
  • Lowering static electricity

Ready to enjoy a more comfortable heating season while at your residence? Our Bell Air Conditioning Inc professionals can help you choose the best whole-house humidifier for your needs. Contact us at 254-307-9572 now to start the process.