Adding a whole-house humidifier can help decrease winter issues in Long Island such as scratchy skin, a dry nose and cracked lips. Since it works with your heating system, you don’t have to lug a portable humidifier from room to room, spilling water as you go.

Because this system links to your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to request skilled whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Airmax Long Island. Whole-house humidifier cost depends based on the type of humidifier you want and how long we require to install it.

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

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most popular kind because they’re the most economical. They typically run between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor. They add moisture to your residence by using a padded rotated wheel, which raises and disperses water.

You can choose from bypass, which works when your heating system is on, or fan-powered, which works independently. However, the decreased price tag also comes with an increased need for service to stop mold.

A drum humidifier relies on an evaporative pad to move moisture around your house. Depending on how frequently you turn on the humidifier, you’ll have to replace the pad at least every year.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

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

They use more water when compared to a drum humidifier, but the potential for mold is lower since the moisture flows away once the humidification cycle is finished. You can choose between 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 regarded as the best efficiency and calls for the smallest amount of maintenance, as it doesn’t require a pool of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the extras you are looking for, they can range from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor.

Since they can run without your furnace being on, they could require somewhat more energy than drum and flow-through types. However, the trade-off is that they usually don’t have mold growth.

Make Cold Weather More Pleasant with a Whole-House Humidifier from Airmax Long Island

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

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from wearing out
  • Creating an improved climate for loved ones who have respiratory conditions, like asthma
  • Alleviating frequent wintertime complaints, like scratchy skin or peeling lips
  • Decreasing static electricity

Want to enjoy a more pleasant heating season while indoors? Our Airmax Long Island pros can help you select the right whole-house humidifier for your needs. Give us a call at 631-737-5566 today to start the process.