About 40 years ago, new houses were constructed and were advertised as being energy efficient. This trend has developed to the present. Now these houses are so energy efficient that some people report hundreds of dollars in annual fuel savings. Building an energy efficient home actually meant using better-designed windows and doors and sealing up the structure to stop the outside air from leaking in and the inside air from leaking out.
However, these energy efficient houses were becoming tighter and indoor air quality was being compromised as a result. The tighter the house is, the worse the condition becomes. Combustion and ventilation air is not able to penetrate into the house and combustion devices are being deficient in air. There is no replacement air for the exhaust fans to blow out which causes the house to de-pressurize. De-pressurizing a house can lead to a new set of problems including carbon monoxide poisoning.
Symptoms of a house that is too tight include condensation on the windows, smoke escaping from the fireplace or wood stove, mold or mildew growing in corners or cupboards, residual smoking or cooking odors and a general stale smell, especially in the mornings. Another common sign is a high humidity level that cannot be corrected.
The good news is, Lennox has an innovative solution that can improve your indoor environment. For maximum comfort, an Energy Recovery Ventilator system catches heat from contaminated air before it is transferred outdoors. In this article, we will talk about the Healthy Climate® Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV).
Marsh Heating and Air Conditioning is an HVAC company in Columbia Heights, MN that offers homeowners solutions to keep your indoor air fresh and safe.
How Energy Recovery Ventilators Work
Energy recovery ventilation systems provide a controlled way of ventilating a home while minimizing energy loss. They reduce the costs of heating ventilated air in the winter by moving heat from the warm inside exhaust air to the fresh outside supply air. In the summer, the inside air cools the warmer supply air to reduce cooling costs.
Ventilator System Practical Applications
A ventilator system can be useful if your home has any of these issues:
- Tight construction helps save energy, but it can also make your air watery and muggy.
- Attached garages can contain contaminants such as car fumes that can seep into your home.
- Spray-foam insulation helps keep your home warm, but it also means that indoor air is continually recirculated.
Healthy Climate® Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) Benefits
Designed to provide comfort in warmer, humid climates, the Healthy Climate® Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) helps keep your indoor air fresh without creating a possibly annoying situation.
If you live in a region with extreme weather, a Healthy Climate® Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) can help channel heat from inside your home and transfer it to incoming fresh air from outside. This allows your home to have greater comfort and helps control condensation during winter.
A Healthy Climate® Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) moves stale air from your house and keeping your indoor air comfortable at the same time. This process makes sure no energy is wasted.
Understand that there are some indoor air quality systems on the market that have negative effects on the environment. It’s good to know that Healthy Climate® ventilation systems freshen the air without producing ozone, a toxic gas that can irritate the lungs.
A Healthy Climate® Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) will not restrict airflow for proper filtration.
Lennox backs this model with a 5-year limited warranty on covered components and a limited lifetime warranty on the aluminum core.
Also, all units include a Healthy Climate® wall control.
Ask the Ventilation Experts
If you are considering having a Healthy Climate® Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) installed in your home, call Marsh Heating and Air Conditioning.
Since 1974, we have been providing outstanding HVAC solutions to homeowners in the Twin Cities area. We are the trusted heating and air conditioning contractor of our loyal New Hope, MN customers.
We are a Dave Lennox Premier Dealer, which means you are guaranteed to receive excellent customer service and top-notch workmanship.