I live in an area that experiences every kind of weather extreme.
Our winters are long and freezing with un-even temperatures down to twenty-more than four below zero, brutal wind chill and at least 4 feet of snow.
The summers don’t last all that long however the heat and humidity are a challenge. The Springtime and fall bring a wide variety of rain, wind, hail, sleet and freezing rain. Because of the nearly year-round demands on the furnace and cooling system, energy efficiency is consistently a priority. I consistently look for modern and better ways to eliminate energy waste. I don’t want our fancy heated or cooled air leaking out, and I strive to prevent outside air from finding a way in. I’ve replaced windows and doors, added installation, installed ceiling fans and officially improved weatherstripping. While I’ve managed to tighten up the house, I’ve also gotten rid of natural ventilation. With no fresh air coming in, the stale air and all sorts of contaminants are trapped inside. Dust, dander, pollen, mold spores, bacteria, viruses and a long list of harmful toxins create a health concern. I observed the living space was overly dry in the winter, humid in the Summer and there was consistently an issue with particles floating around and accumulating on surfaces. Unpleasant aromas tended to linger in the air. I finally invested into a dedicated ventilation system. This type of indoor air pollen levels add-on effectively introduces fresh air at all times of year without energy losses. It replaces the stuffy, polluted air with clean air. The ventilation idea uses the outgoing air to heat the incoming in the winter, reducing demands on the furnace. It helps to combat moisture in the summer, lessening the workload of the cooling system.