Measure Guideline: Selecting Ventilation Systems for Existing Homes

Aldrich, R.¹ 

[1] Consortium for Advanced Residential Buildings (CARB), Norwalk, CT (United States)

关键词: residential;    Residential Buildings;    CARBII;    Building America;    ventilation;    local;    whole-house;    ASHRAE 62.2;    contaminants;    outdoor air;    dilution;    exhaust;    central fan integrated supply;    balanced;    fan;    existing homes;    ventilation rate;    energy recovery ventilator;    heat recovery ventilator???;   

DOI  :  10.2172/1220942
RP-ID  :  DOE/GO--102014-4367
PID  :  OSTI ID: 1220942
Others  :  Other: 6685

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来源: SciTech Connect

【 摘 要 】

This report, developed by Building America research team CARB, addresses adding or improving mechanical ventilation systems to existing homes. The goal of this report is to assist decision makers and contractors in making informed decisions when selecting ventilation systems for homes. With more air-sealed envelopes, a mechanical means of removing contaminants is critical for indoor environmental quality and building durability. The purpose of ventilation is to remove contaminants from homes, and this report discusses where, when, and how much ventilation is appropriate in a home, including examination of relevant codes and standards. Choosing the "best" system is not always straightforward; selecting a system involves balancing performance, efficiency, cost, required maintenance, and several other factors.