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How Whole-Home Ventilation Improves Indoor Air Quality and Energy Efficiency
How Whole-Home Ventilation Improves Indoor Air Quality and Energy Efficiency Why It Matters How It Works System Types HRV vs ERV Ducting Codes, HERS and 45L Selection Builder Decisions Maintenance FAQ KEY TAKEAWAY A whole-home ventilation system is a mechanical system that replaces stale indoor air with measured outdoor air throughout the home. For builders, the right ventilation strategy can s...
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IRC Ventilation Requirements and HERS Scores Explained
IRC Ventilation Requirements and HERS Scores Explained Written by Patrick Nielsen, Global Technical Products Manager • Updated June 2026 IRC Requirements 2018 IRC Change HERS Scores IRC vs HERS Ventilation Products FAQ KEY TAKEAWAY The International Residential Code (IRC) sets minimum ventilation requirements for homes, including spot ventilation and whole-house ventilation. HERS scores measure...
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Healthy Residential Air Through Proper Ventilation
Healthy Residential Air Through Proper Ventilation The Need for Fresh Air As I am sure you know, modern construction practices have resulted in much tighter houses than those built a century or even just a few decades ago. As a result of homes being built tighter, indoor pollutants are trapped and have nowhere to go. Given ongoing Covid-19 concerns, many homeowners are looking for ways to keep ...
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AI and HVAC: Better Efficiency and Air Quality with Reduced Operational Cost
AI and HVAC: Better Efficiency and Air Quality with Reduced Operational Cost What Is AI HVAC? HVAC Energy Use Comfort and IAQ Maintenance Digital Twins AI Limitations FAQ KEY TAKEAWAY AI can help HVAC systems improve efficiency, indoor air quality, comfort, and operating cost by analyzing building data in real time and adjusting ventilation, airflow, temperature, humidity, and maintenance sched...
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