Adding a whole-house humidifier can help lessen wintertime issues in Los Angeles such as flaky skin, a dry nose and peeling lips. Because it works with your heating system, you don’t need to lug a portable humidifier from room to room, splashing water as you go.

Since this system connects to your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to request professional whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like AZ Air Conditioning and Heating. Whole-house humidifier cost is linked to the type of humidifier you select and how long we require to install it.

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

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most popular model since they’re the most affordable. They typically run between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor. They add moisture to your home by using a padded moving wheel, which lifts and dissolves water.

You can choose from bypass, which works when your heating system does, or fan-powered, which runs by itself. However, the lower price tag also is accompanied by a greater need for upkeep to avoid mold.

A drum humidifier uses an evaporative pad to send moisture across your residence. Depending on how often you need the humidifier, you’ll have to put in a new pad at least annually.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

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

They use more water than a drum model, but the chance of mold is lower because 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 every year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is considered the most efficient and calls for the smallest amount of extra work, since it doesn’t have to have a reservoir of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the extras you need, they can range from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages compiled by HomeAdvisor.

As they can work independently of your furnace, they could require somewhat more electricity than drum and flow-through types. However, the compromise is that they typically don’t experience mold issues.

Make Wintertime More Enjoyable with a Whole-House Humidifier from AZ Air Conditioning and Heating

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

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from wearing out
  • Making a healthier space for family members with respiratory conditions, including asthma
  • Reducing common winter complaints, including dry skin or chapped lips
  • Decreasing static electricity

Ready to enjoy a more comfortable heating season while at your residence? Our AZ Air Conditioning and Heating specialists can help you select the best whole-house humidifier for your budget. Contact us at 800-296-5088 today to get started.