ERV
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How an ERV Works
- Simultaneous Air Exchange – An ERV uses a central core to facilitate a balanced exchange of air between two separate air streams.
- Energy and Moisture Transfer – The core, often made of resin, transfers heat (sensible energy) and moisture (latent energy) from the outgoing indoor air to the incoming outdoor air.
- Pre-conditioning:
- Summer: warm, humid outdoor air is pre-cooled and dehumidified by the outgoing interior air.
- Winter: cold, dry outdoor air is preheated and humidified by the outgoing interior air.
- Reduced HVAC Load – This pre-conditioning means your HVAC system requires less energy to reach the desired indoor temperature and humidity, potentially allowing for smaller, more efficient equipment.
Benefits of an ERV
- Improved Indoor Air Quality (IAQ): continuous air exchange expels toxins and pollutants.
- Humidity Control: balances indoor moisture levels year-round, preventing mold and mildew.
- Energy Efficiency: recovers energy from outgoing air to lower heating/cooling costs.
- Increased Comfort: pre-conditioned air maintains more stable temperatures and humidity.
When to Choose an ERV
ERVs are especially useful in climates with both significant temperature and humidity variations (humid summers + cool, dry winters).
If your home feels too dry in winter or too humid in summer, an ERV helps balance these conditions.
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