Balanced air pressure / Discussions

Are there auto balancing ERV/HRV system?

...airtight building envelope with more than ample insulation. In doing so, I've discussed installing an energy recovery ventilator with my HVAC contractor. We will look at doing some form of energy audit to size the system. My greatest concern is how the ERV functions at keeping the stack pressure in balance on a continu...

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

When I use my stove hood I get smoke odours in my home, is that due to negative pressure and how do I fix it?

...air tightness. This page here explains it well - How to balance air pressure in a home Depressurizing a home is a greater concern with newly built and very airtight houses, even with ventilation fans than run at lower CFM rates. First check the air change volume of your range hood, with what you write we suspect it may...

Posted by James Dec. 11, 2017 Healthy indoor air quality 1 response