Adding a whole-house humidifier can help improve winter issues in Mission Viejo such as scratchy skin, a dry nose and flaking lips. As it operates with your heating system, you don’t need to lug a portable humidifier across your home, sloshing 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 1st Choice Heating & Air Conditioning. Whole-house humidifier cost varies due to the type of humidifier you want and how long we need to install it.

To help you find the best whole-house humidifier for your home, let’s discuss the different models and their estimated price.

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most often installed type because they’re the most reasonably priced. They usually cost between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor. They add moisture to your residence by using a padded spinning wheel, which raises and evaporates water.

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

A drum humidifier relies on an evaporative pad to send moisture across your house. Depending on how frequently you use the humidifier, you’ll want to put in a new pad at least yearly.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

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

They consume more water when compared to a drum humidifier, but the likelihood of mold is lower because the liquid empties once the humidification cycle is complete. You can have your choice of bypass and fan models, but you’ll still be required to put in a new pad at least every year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is regarded as the greatest efficiency and calls for the least amount of maintenance, because it doesn’t require a reservoir of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the features you need, they can cost from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor.

As they can operate without your furnace being on, they may need somewhat more energy than drum and flow-through types. However, the compromise is that they typically don’t have mold growth.

Make Winter More Pleasant with a Whole-House Humidifier from 1st Choice Heating & Air Conditioning

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 include:

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from wearing out
  • Developing a healthier climate for family members who suffer from respiratory problems, including asthma
  • Reducing frequent cold-weather complaints, such as dry skin or cracked lips
  • Reducing static electricity

Ready to enjoy a more pleasant heating season while at your home? Our 1st Choice Heating & Air Conditioning pros can help you select the best whole-house humidifier for your home. Reach us at 949-204-0859 today to get started.