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Lionel Boulin • Apr 20, 2019

Are You Paying Enough Attention to Your Ventilation?

The letter V in HVAC stands for ventilation, yet even though it’s actually part of the name, this aspect of a home’s HVAC system is often overlooked. Ventilation sadly takes less priority in service, maintenance and repairs as far as most homeowners are concerned, but it does play a crucial role in keeping your home’s comfort levels optimal. There are many ways to properly ventilate a home, the most common of which is the use of exhaust fans.

Let our professionals at Home Air Services, one of the most trusted local  home heating companies  in the area, explain the importance of exhaust fans and ventilation in keeping your home as comfortable as possible.

Exhaust Fan Functions

Exhaust fans move air mechanically from one place to another. They help move cooled or warmed air from your air conditioner or heater through your ducts and vents and into different rooms in your home. Alternatively, they’re also used to move humid air from high-moisture areas like toilets and kitchens away from your home, which helps keep your RH (relative humidity) at comfortable levels.

Advantages of Exhaust Fans

As one of the top  duct cleaning companies  in the area, Home Air Services recommends using exhaust fans to serve as an intermediate cooling system when operating a full-sized air conditioner is not particularly necessary. They consume less energy and offer adequate cooling for days when the weather and temperatures are not at extremes.

The ability to move humid air also gives exhaust fans some functionality as dehumidifiers, providing you with a little more control over your RH levels. By making sure that air is circulated continuously throughout your home, exhaust fans contribute immensely to your indoor air quality (IAQ).

Since 1953, Home Air Services has been your number one go-to resource for heating and  air conditioner maintenance , repair and installation services. Give us a call at (301) 269-3004 or fill out our  online contact form  to schedule a service visit or request an installation today.

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