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Improving the efficiency of a home built in 1978 during renovations, do I need an HRV?

...HRV not effective? The only way to truly know if an HRV is required in an older home would be to do a blower door test to measure the rate of air leakage in y...

Posted by joe cruikshank Feb. 8, 2020 HRV and ERV 1 response

How do you install your own DIY radon mitigation system?

...HRV in the basement that is activated by a radon gas detector; that would eliminate the risk of accidentally damaging any pipes below the slab since you don’t k...

Posted by Ariel Fridman Jan. 27, 2020 Radon in Homes - Mitigation 1 response

What is the best choice for me, HRV or ERV?

...HRV and ERV (Heat Recovery Ventilator and Energy Recovery Ventilator for those not familiar) comes down mostly to climate, and a wee bit lifestyle, since an ERV...

Posted by John Oakes Jan. 10, 2020 HRV and ERV 1 response

Lunos HRV - where can I buy them and get advice?

...HRV / ERV wall-insert ventilation systems are a great alternative to fully ducted HRVs with centralized cores. Particularly for renovation projects when you wan...

Posted by martin tierney Nov. 16, 2019 HRV and ERV 1 response

Is an HRV or ERV system best in a cold climate?

...HRV or ERV unit for our cold / hot climate?  How do you recommend we size the HRV or ERV? Which brands do you have experience of/ would you recommend (bearing i...

Posted by Michael Duncan Nov. 14, 2019 HRV and ERV 1 response

Can you use an HRV or ERV for radon removal in a dirt floor basement?

...HRV to reduce it by about 50%. Should that work? Would an ERV work and be more efficient? Any recommendations on brand, CFM? You can use an HRV or ERV to remove...

Posted by Douglas Touart March 1, 2021 Radon in Homes - Mitigation 1 response

Could a ductless heat recovery ventilator be used for radon mitigation?

...HRV or ERV is important for any reasonably well sealed house to provide fresh air and remove moisture.  Any properly sized and installed ventilation system will...

Posted by Jim B Feb. 20, 2021 Radon in Homes - Mitigation 1 response

Are there auto balancing ERV/HRV system?

I'm in the phase of developing a new residential project; airtight building envelope with more than ample insulation. In doing so, I've discussed installing an ...

Posted by Aldoogie Feb. 15, 2021 HRV and ERV 3 responses

Should our HRV keep our humidity lower than 40%, even in the cold months?

We are sitting at about -30C and ice is builidng up on almost all the windows. The humidty is registering at 40% on all levels, even though the HRV is set to Ma...

Posted by Kim Clement Feb. 8, 2021 Ventilation 5 responses

Should an HRV to ERV be the primary exhaust for bathrooms?

...HRV and an ERV is in the core of the machine itself, either one will remove humid air from the bathroom when they are operating. If you used to run your HRV con...

Posted by Doris Friesen Dec. 30, 2020 HRV and ERV 1 response

Do you need an HRV or ERV in a 68 year old home?

...HRV or ERV ? Do you think this house would have sufficient fresh air ?

Posted by Gary Szymkowski Nov. 1, 2020 Ventilation

Do you recommend ERV or HRV system in mild climates or can do away with them?

...HRV or ERV in any home with a heating or cooling system. Homes need fresh air for durability and humans need it for health. So if you are either heating or cool...

Posted by Babak K Aug. 1, 2020 HRV and ERV 1 response

What are the HRV or ERV options for 40-yr 2-storey 2000 sq ft home?

...HRV and ERVs during renovations, though I can’t guarantee how much it will cost. First though, you need to realize that rely on opening a window for fresh air w...

Posted by T Newell July 17, 2020 HRV and ERV 1 response

What to do with two Lunos system with 2 installed on rocket switches that are working?

I have installed 30 lunos dual systems that are operated with rocket switches never had any trouble but now I have one out of the two in an apartment that will ...

Posted by Boot Pendleton July 8, 2020 HRV and ERV 1 response

How do you install a ground loop for an HRV?

...HRV. I understand using the ground loop fluid to preheat the air in the winter prior to entering the HRV but would in not be beneficial to have a second ground ...

Posted by Lee Watt July 10, 2018 HRV and ERV 2 responses

What should I be looking for in a heat recovery ventilator?

I have been doing some reading and I think I should  install an HRV, I have on older home (1970s) and it doesn't have one, wondering what I should be looking fo...

Posted by Adam Y. Dec. 11, 2017 HRV and ERV 2 responses

Are air purifiers a good option for keeping my apartment air cleaner?

...HRV, the most effective strategy for ensuring healthy air at home is to avoid introducing pollutants in the first place. This means, among other things, avoidin...

Posted by Chris George Nov. 14, 2017 Healthy indoor air quality 1 response

Is it normal that condensation forms on the windows of my new home?

...HRV will likely help, you could also look for a model that also provides dehumidification. To understand the difference between an ERV & HRV unit, see here....

Posted by Kevin Newman April 19, 2017 Windows and doors 1 response
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