HVAC

We take comfort and air quality extremely seriously. Building airtight houses decreases energy costs, reduces risk of condensation inside the wall cavity, prolongs the life of the structure, and increases the comfort for the occupants. This allows for a decreased load on the heating and cooling system, but it brings in the need for controlled ventilation. There are several systems that come into play to maintain optimal comfort in your home during all seasons. 

Heating and Cooling

There are numerous options that can be selected for heating and cooling systems including radiant, forced air,  and multi-zone heat pumps. We will work with you and the system designer to select the right system to meet your needs and budget. 

Ventilation System 

Controlled ventilation is critical for indoor air quality. Various materials used in the construction process produce volatile organic compounds that can be harmful to your health. A constant supply of fresh air and removal of stale air is the best solution for this problem. For this we rely on energy recovery ventilators (ERV) or heat recovery Ventilators (HRV). These exchange the stale indoor air with fresh filtered air from the outside by crossing it over a core that retains the heat in the winter and does the opposite in the summer. The difference between the ERV and HRV is that the ERV also exchanges moisture and is ideal in humid climates. This can be beneficial in the northeast as it will help reduce the load on the dehumidification system during the humid summer months. This constant exchange of air removes stale air from bathrooms, laundry rooms, and the kitchen while supplying fresh air to living areas including bedrooms and living rooms. 

Dehumidification 

Dehumidification plays a key role in keeping the interior climate comfortable while also maintaining healthy indoor air quality. A humidity level outside the optimal range can lead to the growth of fungi bacteria that lead to various health, structural issues. To deal with this we prefer to install a dedicated dehumidification system. The additional benefit to this is that it reduces the load on the HVAC system during the humid summer months. Ultimately this leads to a savings in energy due to the fact that a whole home dehumidifier is more efficient at removing moisture than the cooling system. 

Air Filtration

The dehumidification system and ventilation system are outfitted with advanced filters that can remove allergens and viruses from the air.