Geothermal heating systems don’t just require a heat pump.
To create a system that can really keep you comfortable, proper ventilation is
a must. Homes today are insulated very well to keep heat and conditioned air
inside, reducing energy waste. Unfortunately, all this air sealing restricts
ventilation.
Proper ventilation is necessary to keep you breathing fresh
air indoors. Without proper ventilation, indoor air quality suffers
drastically. Pollutants and humidity can easily build up without ventilation, diminishing
your indoor air quality and contributing to various problems with your health
and your home.
Air tight homes with geothermal heating systems need to have
ventilation systems in place. Air exchangers can be used to minimize the loss
of heating and cooling while providing fresh air. Common features of air
exchangers include heat recovery ventilation (HRV) and energy recovery ventilation
(ERV). Using HRV, an air exchanger transfers heat that is contained in air
which is exhausted from the home to the fresh air coming inside. It eliminates
the mixing of stale air with fresh air while still retaining your heat energy. ERV
works to control the amount of humidity entering the home through fresh air
supplies.
Don’t overlook the importance of a ventilation system when you install a geothermal heating system. Proper ventilation protects your home from damage and can prevent health issues caused by poor indoor air quality. Smith Sustainable Design is a geothermal heating system contractor in New Jersey who also installs important ventilation components. For more information about the benefits of proper ventilation, give us a call today.