Getting a whole-house humidifier can help lessen cold-weather problems in Neptune City like itchy skin, a dry nose and cracked lips. Because it works with your heating system, you don’t have to drag a portable humidifier around your home, splashing water as you go.

Because this system links to your HVAC system, ductwork and plumbing, you’ll want to schedule professional whole-house humidifier installation from an HVAC company like Aggressive Mechanical. Whole-house humidifier cost is linked to the type of humidifier you choose and how long we need to install it.

To help you choose the best whole-house humidifier for your house, let’s review the different kinds and their estimated fee.

Drum Whole-House Humidifier

Drum humidifiers are the most popular model as they’re the most reasonably priced. They usually run between $150–$250 plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor. They add moisture to your house with a padded rotated wheel, which lifts and disperses water.

You can select from bypass, which operates when your heating system does, or fan-powered, which works by itself. However, the lower price tag also includes an increased need for upkeep to prevent mold.

A drum humidifier has an evaporative pad to distribute moisture across your home. Depending on how frequently you need the humidifier, you’ll want to change this pad at least annually.

Flow-Through Whole-House Humidifier

As the name implies, 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 need more water than a drum humidifier, but the chance of mold is lower since the water drains once the humidification cycle is done. You can have your choice of bypass and fan models, but you’ll still be required to replace the pad at least every year.

Steam Whole-House Humidifier

A steam humidifier is considered the best efficiency and requires a minimal amount of maintenance, since it doesn’t require a reservoir of water or an evaporative pad. Depending on the extras you want, they can cost from $300 to more than $1,000, plus installation, according to national averages put together by HomeAdvisor.

Since they can work without your furnace being on, they might consume somewhat more energy than drum and flow-through types. However, the compromise is that they ordinarily don’t experience mold troubles.

Make Cold Weather Better with a Whole-House Humidifier from Aggressive Mechanical

Although a whole-house humidifier costs more than a portable model, it offers many perks a single-room model can’t. Some of those perks entail:

  • Keeping wood flooring, cabinets and furniture from cracking
  • Creating an improved climate for household members with respiratory ailments, like asthma
  • Reducing common cold-weather complaints, like rough skin or flaking lips
  • Decreasing static electricity

Ready to enjoy a more comfy heating season while indoors? Our Aggressive Mechanical specialists can help you choose the right whole-house humidifier for your needs. Contact us at 732-806-5536 now to begin the process.