It is very important to ensure that the air
you are breathing is healthy and safe. There are numerous elements including,
gases and vapor that play a part in contaminating the air, making it very unhealthy
to breathe.
Why is
it important to ventilate?
Therefore, make sure you have a proper system
for home ventilation that brings fresh air inside and expels air which is polluted.
If the house has insulation, proper ventilation will guarantee that the air
pollutants harmful for your health and the ones that damage your house do not
remain trapped within.
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When there is warm air in the house and when
it touches the cold surface, the air compresses into liquid. Further, the
condensation happens over the walls and ceilings, which leads to the
development of mold. There is also a chance of the house getting damaged because
of spoilt insulation and wood rot.
During hot, humid weather, the AC inside the
house has to work harder, which in turn increases the energy bills. Moreover,
the combinations of gases coming from stoves, fireplaces, and cleaning agents
are also very harmful to the resident’s health.
Home
ventilation: the many types:
Experts use a variety of methods for
ventilation. One of the best ways of keeping the house aired is by using
natural ventilation. This means there should be free air movement within the
house from windows, doors, and cracks. Apart from this, there is also ventilation
through vents and fans for bringing in fresh air and getting rid of bad air.
Mechanical ventilation is of two types -
whole house and spot ventilation.
- Spot Ventilation:
Spot
ventilation helps in controlling the air flow by using exhaust fans placed in certain
areas within the home. The fans are used for getting rid of contaminants and
moisture from the nearby areas. These exhaust fans can be found in kitchens and
bathrooms. For houses that make use of natural ventilation should also use spot
ventilation to increase the efficiency of air movement within the space.
- Whole House Ventilation
This
form of ventilation offers freshness to the entire house. There are various
kinds of ventilations that cater to the entire house.
Exhaust
ventilation is the system that decreases air pressure by getting the stale air
out. Fresh and clean air then gets inside the house through vents and cracks. There
is a single fan within the system which is connected with ducts from various
rooms and this helps in getting rid of all the stagnant air from an exhaust.
Supply
ventilation system utilizes a fan which creates pressure in the house. This makes
the air outside to get inside the building from holes and vents.
Ventilation
of any kind is important for houses to keep the air quality healthy and to get
rid of unwanted smells. However, make sure the system you choose is according
to the structure and size of the house. You must consult with an HVAC expert before making
a decision.
