Humiditiy Issues

kien · #1 10-24-2011, 09:55 PM

HRV club member here as well. Same experiences, used to have major sweaty windows and ice build up. Nothing since HRV went in. Plus since it is a whole house solution everyone benefits with the fresh air that is brought in.

Blue Ram · #2 10-24-2011, 10:17 PM

I'm interested in looking into this. Can someone who has this system give me some information on who installs them in Calgary.

Veng68 · #3 10-24-2011, 10:17 PM

What is involved in a HRV installation? Will drywall wall have to come down to install new venting pipes?

I'm replacing an old furnace and if I could put in an HRV that would be great.

Cheers,
Vic

e46er · #4 10-24-2011, 11:51 PM

you can tie them into the existing ductwork for the furnace but 2 pipes will need to go outside no matter what for exhaust air out and fresh air in
where is your mechanical room located compared to an exterior wall or attic space? how big is the mechancial room? is there space for one

Veng68 · #5 10-25-2011, 01:38 AM

Mech Room is in the center of the house in the basement. Room is a bit tight but there is room to expand it.

Cheers,
Vic

mark · #6 10-25-2011, 04:07 AM

any links to the rebate program? Can the homeowner install themselves and still get the rebate?

jimbo222 · #7 10-25-2011, 04:32 AM

Im pretty sure you need receipt from a company.

Federal rebate:
basicly you get a Eco test on your home.After that you will receive a list of upgrades that can improve the efficiency of your home.you get up to $5000

ie:HRV, high efficiency furnace, tankless watertank, low flush toilets...
+
you can combine Provincial rebates for the cost of the Eco test , furnace water heater ......

If you have any questions shoot me a pm ill be happy to help.
or you can check out my website HighTemp.ca under promotions near the bottom there's a couple links to the rebates.

daniella3d · #8 10-25-2011, 01:13 PM

Might be a stupid question but what does HRV stand for?