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

I have a part concrete and part dirt floor in basement with mildly elevated radon levels. Radon mitigator told us to use a HRV to reduce it by about 50%. Should...

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

Where to find Aeratron ceiling fans?

...ventilation in our Edelweiss Demo House in 2015 but we have not been in contact with the company since. Have you contacted anyone at the company?  You can also ...

Posted by marlene schaly Feb. 21, 2021 Ventilation 1 response

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

...ventilation systems do reduce the levels of radon gas in homes, and an HRV or ERV is important for any reasonably well sealed house to provide fresh air and rem...

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

Can you use blown cellulose overtop of fiberglass insulation?

...ventilation openings through the soffits. Check this page first about roof ventilation – Why roofs need to be ventilated and how to ventilate a roof properly So...

Posted by E McKinney Feb. 3, 2021 Architecture and plan design 2 responses

How do you solve high humidity issues in a home?

I live in the mid-west and have a 2 story home built in the 1950's.  Over time, the home was remodled.  The remodle resulted in 1 AC/Furnace unit for the baseme...

Posted by Megan McIntosh Jan. 6, 2021 Ventilation

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

...ventilation equipment was running less frequently; that would negatively impact your air quality but if anything, you would be ejecting less heat from the home ...

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?

I have a 68 year old house with brick exterior walls and plaster interior walls. I'm assuming the insulation is rock wool with paper. My house can get dry in th...

Posted by Gary Szymkowski Nov. 1, 2020 Ventilation

Should you keep duct work out of the attic?

Research has shown vented roof with air tight attic can save 20% energy. Have you done that before? And suggestion for new 2 story build ?   I don’t fully under...

Posted by Frank Liu July 23, 2020 Ventilation 1 response

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

The local ventilation consultants wish to install a second ducting system, in addition to the returns and ducts for a electric-wood forced hot air system For a ...

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?

...ventilation core where incoming air is pre-heated or pre-cooled by exhaust air. No heating or cooling coil is present, you are simply running a fan, and a heat ...

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

Can you help trouble shoot my Lunos HRV e2 system in my tiny home?

The LED light came on indicating a filter change, though my builder told me that was optional. Do I need a new filter or can I wash and reuse the existing one? ...

Posted by L Dingwall May 24, 2018 HRV and ERV 2 responses

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

I find the air in my apartment stale and I don't much like the smell. I don't think it's cooking smells and I don't smoke, I just think its the whole building (...

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