What is HRV

What Does an HRV Do?
Heat Recovery Ventilator is an important part of Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in place to maintain air quality without compromising on energy efficiency in buildings today.By means of a “heat recovery ventilator” (HRV), which continuously exchanges stale indoor air for fresh outdoor air, replenishing oxygen levels and expelling indoor pollutants including carbon dioxide, odors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). In winter, heat from the outgoing hot air is captured and transferred to the incoming cold air by HRVs, leading to reduced heating bills. In warmer months, this process is reversed to cool the air and also allows homes to be more energy-efficient year-round.

HRVs not only help with managing humidity, safely extracting excess moisture from inside, preventing molds and mildews. They can also utilize the heat transfer route, taking some strain off air heating systems, allowing the HVAC to operate more efficiently, and help to create a healthier, comfortable building.

What Is an HRV in a House?
It is a HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilator) that is connected to the HVAC system and is used to improve indoor air quality. They operate by splitting one incoming air stream into two: one stream allows incoming filtered air, while the other releases stale air. Heating is generally done using a Heat Exchanger, wherein the heating medium (acting as the airstream) is passed through it along with the extracted air stream emerging from the vehicle. The system also has fans to control airflow, and during the summer months, a bypass can allow cooler outside air to flow directly into the home when appropriate, keeping people comfortable without burning extra energy.

Should I Leave HRV On All the Time?
Your HRV system can operate constantly or intermittently depending on individual, weather, or air quality requirements. For airtight buildings, continuous work keeps the indoor air flow into a balanced state; increases the ability of indoor air and helps control constant temperature and humidity. Or it can run in fits and starts, depending on outdoor conditions or daily routines.
Does My House Need an HRV System?
Whether you need an HRV system depends on your home’s age, insulation and locati0n. An HRV is essential in cold climates to recover heat and keep the indoors comfortable. Homes with insulation installed throughout, from a recent renovation or build for example, can be air tight which leaves homes prone to poor air circulation. For these homes, HRVs are ideal, as they extract stale air from the home and replace it with outside air, thus maintaining air quality, while still using less energy.

Benefits of an HRV
1.It improves your home’s efficiency
2.Removes odours
3.You’ll have a healthier home
4.You can better control humidity levels

Recommended HRV Products
If you’re considering installing an HRV system, explore these top-notch products:

Residential Units – comfort fresh air HRV
This HRV offers the ability to remove moisture from incoming air during hot, steamy months and can supply a refreshing infusion of outdoor air all year long. It’s the perfect addition to your modestly-sized home.