This basement-mounted HRV is the ideal solution for homes that get two wet in winter. Though typically connected to existing ducts, a ductless installation can work. (Credit: Photo Steve Maxwell ) Q ...

The “Ask a Builder” series is dedicated to answering some of the many questions Fairbanks residents have about building, energy and the many other parts of home life. FAIRBANKS — To begin 2015, we are ...

Most HRVs are installed hanging from straps or chains and springs to minimize the transfer of any annoying vibration from the fans. If an HRV gets mounted to the wall, I check the installation manual ...

On any new home built in Minnesota today, there needs to be a means of mechanical ventilation provided. The more expensive, but far more efficient way of doing this is to install a heat recovery ...

As the days go from cool to cold and the last leaves fall from the trees, it’s time to admit it. Yes, winter is coming. It’s not even the snow and ice that most of us mind so much, it’s the stale, ...