Adding a whole-house humidifier can help decrease winter problems in Portland such as flaky skin, a dry nose and peeling lips. Since it operates with your heating system, you don’t need to drag a portable humidifier from room to room, sloshing water as you go.
Since this system links to your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to request pro whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like All Solutions Heating & Cooling. Whole-house humidifier cost depends based on the model of humidifier you choose 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 types and their estimated fee.
Drum Whole-House Humidifier
Drum humidifiers are the most requested kind because they’re the most affordable. They often run between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages from HomeAdvisor. They humidify your home through a padded moving wheel, which lifts and dissolves water.
They’re available as bypass, which works when your heating system is on, or fan-powered, which runs on its own. However, the decreased price tag also includes a greater need for upkeep to avoid mold.
A drum humidifier has an evaporative pad to move moisture around your residence. Depending on how frequently you need the humidifier, you’ll want 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 when compared to a drum style, bu