Choosing between an HRV and ERV / Discussions

...and passed inspection.  We don't know of anyone that has used them in Alberta unfortunately. Whether or not they get approved seems to be hit and miss I have heard of several people in Ontario trying to use  Ductless Air Exchangers, some had no problem and some were refused. I think the best bet for anyone that wants t...

...HRV maintenance, have a look and maybe you can find the problem -  HRV maintenance: How to keep your HRV Clean & Efficient If your HRV or ducts were cleaned but they are still full of dirt afterwards, then they weren’t cleaned. If you had an HVAC contractor come in and they didn’t offer you solutions, then call ano...

...an exhaust temperature of at least 55 Can you tell us where you are located? Your mention of 'Fahrenheit' rather than 'Celcius' means likely the US, and choosing the right ventilation system would depend a lot on your climate zone. First I would recommend you look over this article about choosing between an HRV and ERV...

...choosing between an HRV and ERV The Edelweiss House (where we installed the mini-split heat pump for heating and cooling) is a very well-insulated and airtight envelope, so it doesn't require a lot of heating and cooling in the first place. It is also fairly open, and it has hydronic radiant floors for backup heating, ...

...Choosing the best air exchanger for a home starts with choosing between an HRV and and ERV (Heat Recovery Ventilation and Energy Recovery Ventilation), but it seems you’ve done that. If not, see here first – Which is best for a home, and ERV or HRV? Zehnder is widely regarded at the top of the line home HRV / ERV, and ...