Should I Get a Bypass or a Fan Powered Humidifier?

Are you looking to get a new humidifier? There are a few different choices you have to make. Fan powered humidifiers have a motor in them so you don’t need to install additional duct work. They are made of a cabinet, reservoir, drum, motor, and a fan. The fan gives power to the humidifier which the bypass does not have. The fan pushes the air in the unit faster which means they can produce more moisture and faster. They humidify your house faster than a bypass system, are more water efficient, and they don’t need the furnace to run in order to use them. Fan powered humidifiers are also great for smaller spaces. They work well in a home with no basement. They are a little bit more expensive than the bypass humidifiers. Bypass humidifiers are the most commonly used humidifier. The consist of a cabinet, reservoir, and a float unit. Warm air is forced into the cabinet and passes over the drum which is basically a sponge. This creates warm, moist air that is distributed to your home. Bypass humidifiers have no motor and they need the furnace running in order to operate. They take longer than the fan powered one to humidify the house. Bypass systems need additional duct work in order to work. The bypass humidifier works fine with hard water and there wont be stagnant water sitting around. The bypass humidifier is quieter, around $100 cheaper, and breaks less than the fan powered humidifier. Both humidifiers require water panel pad changing yearly and both can be installed for under $600. Call Bartlett Heating and Air today to set up your appointment to get the best humidifier for your needs.