A home today must not only be high performing, resilient and built using sustainable methods, the home must provide the individuals living within it a healthy environment. There are many factors that contribute to the overall healthy environment we provide our homeowners, but one of the most critical is the quality of the air they breathe. This session will briefly cover some ventilation basics before delving into the pros and cons of the various system types. Particular focus will be placed on the efficiency and indoor air quality advantages of balanced ventilation systems with recovery (HRVs/ERVs) and how indoor air quality automation will shape the future.
Learning Objectives:
By attending this session, attendees will:
understand why tighter homes without good ventilation can be problematic for indoor air quality
explain the basics of quality ventilation including selection criteria and airflow optimization and verification
describe the options for whole home ventilation along with the pros and cons of each with a focus on the benefits and installation options of balanced ventilation with recovery (HRVs/ERVs)
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