by bestkeptsecret | Aug 29, 2022 | FAQs, Indoor Air Quality, Ventilation
It is now possible to exchange stale indoor air with fresh outdoor air without compromising the energy efficiency of your home. Heat recovery ventilators (HRVs) and energy recovery ventilators (ERVs) exchange stale, recirculated indoor air with fresh, filtered outside...
by bestkeptsecret | Aug 29, 2022 | FAQs, Indoor Air Quality, Ventilation
At one time, it was possible to achieve natural ventilation in our homes by simply opening a window. However, with growing concerns about rising energy costs, we have been busy making homes “tighter” from an efficiency standpoint. Armed with weather stripping and...
by bestkeptsecret | Aug 29, 2022 | FAQs, Humidity, Indoor Air Quality
With central heating, people are confined indoors with unnaturally dry air for many months each year. Humidifiers help to keep comfortable levels of moisture in the air, which is essential for your respiratory health. Whole-house humidifiers work like old-fashioned...
by bestkeptsecret | Aug 29, 2022 | FAQs, Humidity, Indoor Air Quality
Depending on the model you choose and the size of your home, a humidifier uses from 1.5 to 12 gallons per day when the furnace is operating. This minimal amount of water is enough to raise the humidity to your desired level, but not enough for you to notice a...
by bestkeptsecret | Aug 29, 2022 | FAQs, Humidity, Indoor Air Quality
Installing a humidifier is simple if you are replacing your furnace. But you can also have a humidifier fitted to your current system with minimal labour since it’s designed for installation in your ductwork. It is also vital to maintain your humidifier to avoid...
by bestkeptsecret | Aug 29, 2022 | FAQs, Miscellaneous
With advances in technology, homeowners have more choices in energy-efficient equipment and accessories. Even something as simple as air filters come in many varieties. Here are some of the types of air filters you may be able to use for your HVAC equipment. Economy...
