How much does whole-house humidifier installation cost?

Bypass humidifiers cost $400-$600 installed. Fan-powered units run $500-$800. Steam humidifiers (best output) cost $1,000-$1,500 installed. The right choice depends on your home size, furnace type, and humidity needs.

Why is my house so dry in winter?

Cold outdoor air holds very little moisture. When that air enters your home and warms up, relative humidity drops dramatically - often to 15-20%. This causes dry skin, static electricity, respiratory irritation, and even damage to wood furniture and floors.

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Humidifier & Dehumidifier Installation Chicago

Chicago winters bring painfully dry air (15-20% humidity); summers bring sticky, muggy conditions. Whole-house humidity control makes your home comfortable year-round - automatically.

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Chicago's Humidity Challenge

Our climate swings from bone-dry winters to muggy lake-effect summers. Without humidity management, your home is never quite comfortable.

Winter: Too Dry

Chicago heating season drops indoor humidity to 15-20% - drier than the Sahara Desert. This causes:

Dry skin, cracked lips, nosebleeds
Static electricity shocks
Respiratory irritation
Wood floor/furniture damage
68°F feels like 65°F

Summer: Too Humid

Lake Michigan creates muggy conditions that ACs can't fully address. High humidity causes:

Sticky, clammy feeling
Mold and mildew growth
Dust mite proliferation
Musty odors
75°F feels like 80°F

Whole-House Humidifier Types

We install all types of whole-house humidifiers. The right choice depends on your home size, furnace, and humidity needs.

Bypass Humidifiers

Use furnace airflow to evaporate water from a pad. Simple, reliable, affordable. Best for smaller homes.

$400-$600 installed

Fan-Powered

Built-in fan pushes air through the water panel. Higher output than bypass, works even when furnace isn't running.

$500-$800 installed

Steam Humidifiers

Boils water to create steam for maximum output. Best for large homes or when you need precise humidity control.

$1,000-$1,500 installed

Best Performance

Whole-House Dehumidifiers

When your AC can't keep up with summer humidity, or your basement always feels damp, a whole-house dehumidifier solves the problem permanently.

Mold Prevention

Keep humidity below 50% to stop mold and mildew before they start.

Whole-Home Coverage

Connects to your HVAC ductwork to treat the entire house, not just one room.

Automatic Operation

Set your target humidity and forget it. The system maintains ideal levels automatically.

Signs You Need a Dehumidifier

Condensation on windows in summer
Musty smell in basement or throughout home
Visible mold or mildew
AC runs constantly but home feels sticky
Allergy symptoms worse indoors

Whole-house dehumidifiers: $1,500-$3,000 installed

Frequently Asked Questions

What humidity level should I maintain?

30-50% is ideal. In winter, 30-40% prevents window condensation. In summer, below 50% prevents mold. A whole-house humidistat handles this automatically.

What maintenance is required?

Humidifiers: replace water panel 1-2x per heating season. Dehumidifiers: annual coil cleaning. Both are simple maintenance items we can include in service plans.

Will a humidifier damage my home?

Not when properly installed with a humidistat that prevents over-humidification. We set appropriate limits (30-40% in winter) and check windows during cold snaps to prevent condensation.