Home Services Guidelines and Best Practices
Humidifier Installation
Humidifier Installation guidelines, FAQs and unit pricing information
January 2017
Are you looking for independent, trustworthy advice about Humidifier Installation? Do you need to understand common installation options? If your project calls for Humidifier Installation work, the following guidelines and best practices will help you understand: Is a subcontractor really necessary for Humidifier Installation work? Will a permit be required? What are common problem areas? How much will Humidifier Installation labor cost? What are the important Humidifier Installation quality checks that should be included in the work requirements?
Humidifier Installation - Frequently Asked Questions
| What is a fair price for Humidifier Installation? | Costs vary with project size, job quality and time of year. For typical Humidifier Installation expect to pay between $162.41 to $211.40 for each humidifier. Additional fees are typically charged for small projects or rush jobs. |
| Is a permit needed for Humidifier Installation work? | Design approval and/or permits from your local building authority are typically required for Humidifier Installation. Verify requirements with your local building department before any Humidifier Installation work begins. |
| Is it worth using a professional to perform Humidifier Installation work? | The safety and health risks associated with Humidifier Installation can be significant. It is strongly recommended that you hire a qualified, licensed and insured service professional to perform this work. |
| Is Humidifier Installation something that I can do myself? | The typical Humidifier Installation project involves tasks that are best performed by experienced professionals. Good quality Humidifier Installation requires considerable experience, skill and attention to detail. Do it yourself mistakes are noticeable, may be difficulty to remedy and may actually reduce the market value of the project and your home. |
| How many days are typically required to complete the Humidifier Installation work? | This work can be completed in 1 to 2 days. |
Humidifier Installation - Options, Quality Checks and Important Details
Use the list below to document your expectations for level of detail and finish quality for Humidifier Installation. Make sure that relevant information is included in any written contracts or work orders on your project. Before any Humidifier Installation work begins, review the checklist with the service provider. Tie payments to satisfactory completion of this checklist.
- The layout, location, style and finish appearance of ALL materials used in Humidifier Installation will be approved by owner, before any work begins
- All materials, connectors and fasteners used for the Humidifier Installation will be mechanically and electrochemically (non-corroding) compatible with the Humidifier Installation
- A detailed humidifier layout - showing material placement and all joints/seams - will be reviewed and approved before work begins
- The humidifiers will be solidly attached and not slide, rock, twist or move when used
- All work must meet or exceed local code requirements
- The installed humidifiers will operate at no less than 95% of manufacturers rated capacity
- The humidifier, its connections and fittings will be verified 100% leak-free under all operating conditions
- The humidifiers will be securely anchored to structural framing
- The humidifiers will operate without noise, excessive heat generation or degradation of other circuit components
Humidifier Installation - Work Milestones and Project Reminders
The following list summarizes work tasks commonly performed during Humidifier Installation. These tasks help ensure proper completion of the humidifiers work and compliance with common manufacturer and vendor warranty requirements. Make sure that either you or your service provider takes responsibility for each of these tasks. All service provider task responsiblities should be clearly called out in the written contract or work orders.
- Verify that planned Humidifier Installation will comply with home owner association requirements
- Determine if permit is required for Humidifier Installation by local building authority, before any work begins
- Complete written contract, including scope of work, quality checks, warranty, timing and payment terms; ensure that contract is signed before work begins
- Confirm date (and time) for project start with subcontractor - one week and two days prior to project start
- Select, specify and order humidifiers; verify that type, grade, finish, size, color, any options, and quantity are clearly identified in the order; make sure that delivery date, terms and damage provisions are included in the order
- Manage delivery of humidifiers; verify that delivered model #, grade, finish, size, options, and quantity match the order precisely; thoroughly inspect all items for damage and proper operation; make or authorize final payment only after complete order is delivered
- Obtain a permit for Humidifier Installation from local building authority; post permit on the jobsite as required
- Connect humidifiers to electrical power using grounded receptacle or hardwired connection in closed junction box, as per manufacturer's instructions
- Collect and neatly organize in a single binder all product installation and maintenance documentation, receipts, and any rebate information
- Schedule and supervise Humidifier Installation permit inspection
- Correct any permit issues; schedule and confirm final permit inspection signoff
