Broan-NuTone: Your Trusted Ventilation Code Compliance Partner
Building codes and green building requirements continue to evolve. Broan-NuTone helps builders, contractors, engineers, and designers understand ventilation code requirements, select compliant products, and deliver healthier, more comfortable homes while meeting today's performance standards.
Building and energy codes are constantly changing, making it challenging to stay current with new ventilation requirements and compliance expectations. Understanding what the latest codes require, how they affect your projects, and which products meet those requirements is essential for successful residential construction.
Broan-NuTone helps you navigate the ever-changing code landscape by providing expert guidance and cost-effective ventilation solutions that meet code requirements while delivering fresh air and improved indoor comfort.

The Broan-NuTone Advantage in Code Expertise
We don't just understand ventilation codes—we actively participate in the conversations that shape them. Our team includes experts from across North America who stay current with changing building and energy codes while partnering with respected industry organizations such as Construction Instruction.
Whether you're working on a new home, renovation, or multifamily project, we can help you understand applicable ventilation requirements and identify practical solutions that support code compliance.
Nationwide Support, Tailored for You
Our nationwide network of more than 40 experienced professionals is available to support builders, contractors, engineers, and distributors throughout every stage of a project.
From product selection and installation guidance to navigating ventilation code requirements, our goal is to help reduce callbacks with innovative products designed for easier installation, reliable performance, and long-term code compliance.
Active Contributors to Industry Standards
As proud members of the Home Ventilating Institute (HVI), we actively contribute to advancing residential ventilation standards. HVI certification verifies airflow performance, sound ratings, and energy performance, helping ensure ventilation equipment performs as rated.
Learn more about HVI certification in our What Is HVI Certification and Why Does It Matter? article.
Green Building Solutions
Meeting today's green building requirements requires products that support both energy efficiency and healthy indoor environments.
Broan-NuTone offers a wide range of ventilation products designed to help support compliance with major green building programs. Our ventilation solutions can also contribute toward energy-efficient home construction while improving indoor air quality and occupant comfort.
If you're designing high-performance homes, you may also find our article How to Create an Energy-Efficient, Healthy Home with Proper Ventilation helpful.
Why Choose Broan-NuTone as Your Code Compliance Partner?
- Extensive Experience: Decades of residential ventilation expertise across North America.
- Dedicated Technical Support: Experienced professionals available to assist with code questions and product selection.
- Deep Understanding of Ventilation Codes: Expertise in evolving residential ventilation requirements and compliance.
- Innovative, Code-Compliant Products: Ventilation solutions engineered for performance, easier installation, and healthier homes.
Whether you're navigating changing ventilation requirements, pursuing green building certifications, or selecting products for a new project, Broan-NuTone provides the expertise and support to help you build with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do ventilation codes change?
Building and energy codes are updated regularly to improve occupant health, energy efficiency, building performance, and safety as new research and technologies become available.
Do green building programs require mechanical ventilation?
Many green building programs include ventilation requirements or reference recognized residential ventilation standards to promote healthy indoor air quality and energy-efficient construction.
How can Broan-NuTone help with code compliance?
Broan-NuTone provides technical expertise, code guidance, and ventilation products designed to help builders and contractors meet applicable residential ventilation requirements.
What is HVI certification?
HVI certification verifies that residential ventilation products have been independently tested for airflow, sound, and energy performance, giving professionals confidence in published performance ratings.
Who benefits from ventilation code expertise?
Builders, contractors, engineers, architects, designers, distributors, and homeowners all benefit from understanding ventilation requirements and selecting products that comply with current building codes.