ERV vs HRV
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Basics
- This page aims to clear up any confusion on Heat Recovery Ventilation and Energy Recovery Ventilation
- The terms “ Energy Recovery Ventilator “ and “ Heat Recovery Ventilator “ also apply
- The MAIN difference is ERVs recover Humidity as well as Heat from the exhaust air
- In Humid Climates, or in Dry Environments, this is an especially relevant aspect of HVAC
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External Links
- A 2020 Post by “Doctor HVAC and Plumbing” Titled “ What’s The Difference Between HRV And ERV Systems?”
- A YouTube Short by the Channel “Passive House School with Anton” Titled “HRV vs ERV Ventilation”
- A Video by the YouTube Channel “Matt Risinger” Titled “ERV/HRV vs Dehum - What’s the difference?” ( ‘’’~14 Minute Watch’’’ )
- Sponsored so take it all “with a grain of salt”, but good info regardless, and they at least declared the sponsorship and were up front about all that
- Also mentions Whole Home Dehumidifiers