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If integrating an ERV/HRV with the heating/cooling duct system, add dedicated ducts for either the supply or return side to prevent short-circuiting of air distribution

If integrating an ERV/HRV with the heating/cooling duct system, add dedicated ducts for either the supply or return side to prevent short-circuiting of air distribution
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In line exhaust ventilation installed

In line exhaust ventilation installed
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In this ventilation configuration for a multifamily building, outside air enters through a dedicated outdoor air system (DOAS), and inside air exits the space through bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans

In this ventilation configuration for a multifamily building, outside air enters through a dedicated outdoor air system (DOAS), and inside air exits the space through bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans
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Install a self-closing door with weatherstripping and thoroughly air-seal the shared house-garage walls to help keep automobile exhaust and other pollutants out of the home.

Install a self-closing door with weatherstripping and thoroughly air-seal the shared house-garage walls to help keep automobile exhaust and other pollutants out of the home.
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Install the fan either in the range hood, the cabinet above the stove, or on the wall above the stove

Install the fan either in the range hood, the cabinet above the stove, or on the wall above the stove
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Install the whole house fan in the ceiling in a central location in the house

Install the whole house fan in the ceiling in a central location in the house
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Installation of Backflow Prevention Devices

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Installing a garage exhaust fan is one important step in keeping auto exhaust and other pollutants out of the home

Installing a garage exhaust fan is one important step in keeping auto exhaust and other pollutants out of the home
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Installing an ENERGY STAR ceiling fan is a low-energy way to improve comfort in a designated cool room

Installing an ENERGY STAR ceiling fan is a low-energy way to improve comfort in a designated cool room
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Insulated whole-house fan cover

Insulated whole-house fan cover
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Interior paints and finishes certified low-emission

Interior paints and finishes certified low-emission
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Intermittent supply and exhaust fans rated at ≤ 3 sones by manufacturer, unless rated flow ≥ 400 CFM

Intermittent supply and exhaust fans rated at ≤ 3 sones by manufacturer, unless rated flow ≥ 400 CFM
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Jorge and Paul's Adventure with HRV

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Lower-cost local ERVs are usually installed in a ceiling to supply outdoor air to and exhaust air from the room in which they are located

Lower-cost local ERVs are usually installed in a ceiling to supply outdoor air to and exhaust air from the room in which they are located
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Measure the air flow of an exhaust fan with a flow hood

Measure the air flow of an exhaust fan with a flow hood
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Opening the outlet on a bath fan reveals model information and provides access to the motor

Opening the outlet on a bath fan reveals model information and provides access to the motor
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Override control switches centrally located near thermostat for ease of access

Override control switches centrally located near thermostat for ease of access
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Proper sizing for kitchen exhaust fan

Proper sizing for kitchen exhaust fan
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Properly installed ERV/HRV

Properly installed ERV/HRV
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Properly installed ERV/HRV

Properly installed ERV/HRV
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PSC Motor

PSC Motor
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Radon fan– slab-on-grade construction

Radon fan– slab-on-grade construction
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Rater-measured ventilation rate is within 100-120% of HVAC contractor design value (2.11)

Rater-measured ventilation rate is within 100-120% of HVAC contractor design value (2.11)
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Restoring your home after a natural disaster