Building Professional Resources

New Construction - Controlled Ventilation

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• Whole-House Ventilation Systems
  Improved control of air quality
  Source: DOE Building Technologies Program
• Exhaust Ventilation Systems
  Supply Ventilation Systems
  Balanced Ventilation Systems
  Source: EPA ENERGY STAR Program

• Central Fan Integrated Supply Ventilation – The Basics
  The simplest, most effective, and most economical way to introduce fresh air in homes with central forced air systems is to use the central fan to pull in and distribute a controlled amount of outside air.
  Source: Building Science Corporation

• Fan Cycling Frequently Asked Questions
  2001, Armin Rudd. The fan cycling control is an important element of the Building America ventilation strategy. The quick and easy read of this Q and A with Armin Rudd "clears the air" regarding this control strategy.
  Source: Building Science Corporation

• Discussion of Ventilation System Energy Performance and Costs
  1999, Armin F. Rudd. An hourly simulation study using DOE2.1E was conducted to determine the annual difference in energy consumption between various ventilation options in different climates.
  Source: Building Science Corporation