Adding a whole-house humidifier can help improve winter problems in Phoenix such as scratchy skin, a dry nose and flaking lips. Because it works with your heating system, you don’t need to lug a portable humidifier from room to room, sloshing water as you go.

Because this system connects to your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to book pro whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Integrity AC & Heating LLC. Whole-house humidifier cost is linked to the type of humidifier you want and how long we need to install it.

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

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most often installed model since they’re the most economical. They often are priced between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor. They humidify your house with a padded rotated wheel, which raises and dissolves water.

You can choose from bypass, which works when your heating system is heating, or fan-powered, which operates on its own. However, the decreased price tag also is accompanied by a higher need for upkeep to prevent mold.

A drum humidifier uses an evaporative pad to send moisture around your residence. Depending on how often you use the humidifier, you’ll need to replace the pad at least yearly.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

As the name says, flow-through humidifiers move water through an evaporator pad to make humidity. They are around $200–$300, plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor.

They use more water as opposed to a drum style, but the potential for mold is decreased since the moisture empties once the humidification cycle is done. You can have your choice of bypass and fan models, but you’ll still need to replace the pad at least once a year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is known as the most efficient and calls for the smallest amount of maintenance, as it doesn’t require a reservoir of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the options you need, they can cost from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor.

Since they can operate independently of your furnace, they may require a bit more utilities than drum and flow-through kinds. However, the benefit is that they typically don’t have mold troubles.

Make Winter More Pleasant with a Whole-House Humidifier from Integrity AC & Heating LLC

Although a whole-house humidifier is pricier 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 drying out
  • Making a better environment for family members with respiratory ailments, such as asthma
  • Reducing common wintertime complaints, such as rough skin or peeling lips
  • Reducing static electricity

Looking to enjoy a more comfortable heating season while at your home? Our Integrity AC & Heating LLC specialists can help you find the ideal whole-house humidifier for your budget. Contact us at 602-971-0567 today to begin the process.