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Having proper ventilation in your Portland area home is essential to maintaining optimal indoor air quality. Weatherization upgrades in modern homes often leave indoor environments too well-sealed, preventing a much needed influx of fresh air. If you feel your home has unnecessary odors, high humidity or a “stuffy” atmosphere, or you worry that home occupants are suffering unduly from allergies or respiratory issues, you likely need a whole-house ventilation system.
Whole-house ventilation systems exchange stale indoor air with fresh outdoor air. This is most effectively done when air is removed from rooms where moisture and odors are generated the most, such as your bathrooms, kitchen and laundry room, and when outdoor air is directed into all of your living spaces.
Whole-house venting systems come in four mechanical types: Exhaust, Supply, Balanced and Energy (or Heat) Recovery. Choosing which type is best for you depends on the regional climate, housing layout, budget and more. Once you have settled on a mechanical type, the next step is to ensure your chosen model has the following key qualities:
To learn more about choosing the best system for your household, please contact our Portland area HVAC experts at (503) 673-6394!