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Guides for Ventilation Systems including Fans, HRV, ERV, Air Conditioning in High Efficiency Homes
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Should I get an HRV or an ERV?
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March 12, 2021
HRV and ERV
1 response
Where to find Aeratron ceiling fans?
Posted by marlene schaly
Feb. 21, 2021
Ventilation
1 response
Are there auto balancing ERV/HRV system?
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?
Posted by Kim Clement
Feb. 8, 2021
Ventilation
5 responses
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Posted by Megan McIntosh
Jan. 6, 2021
Ventilation
Should an HRV to ERV be the primary exhaust for bathrooms?
Posted by Doris Friesen
Dec. 30, 2020
HRV and ERV
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Do you need an HRV or ERV in a 68 year old home?
Posted by Gary Szymkowski
Nov. 1, 2020
Ventilation
Do you recommend ERV or HRV system in mild climates or can do away with them?
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HRV and ERV
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Should you keep duct work out of the attic?
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July 23, 2020
Ventilation
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What are the HRV or ERV options for 40-yr 2-storey 2000 sq ft home?
Posted by T Newell
July 17, 2020
HRV and ERV
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What to do with two Lunos system with 2 installed on rocket switches that are working?
Posted by Boot Pendleton
July 8, 2020
HRV and ERV
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How do you add an Air Exchanger to a house with Hot Water Heat?
Posted by Bob Engelhart
June 17, 2020
Ventilation
4 responses
Can you use a Lunos E2 HRV System to circulate air between two floors?
Posted by Richard Kolla
May 20, 2020
HRV and ERV
1 response
What is the best ERV on the market ?
Posted by Brandon Phelps
April 18, 2020
HRV and ERV
1 response
How do you deal with a house under negative pressure?
Posted by Connie Taylor
April 16, 2020
Ventilation
1 response
Can you preheat ERV inlet air?
Posted by A O
April 6, 2020
Ground-coupled heat exchanger
2 responses
Improving the efficiency of a home built in 1978 during renovations, do I need an HRV?
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Feb. 8, 2020
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Jan. 18, 2020
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