Residential Ventilation Handbook: Ventilation to Improve Indoor Air Quality (P/L Custom Scoring Survey)

A comprehensive guide to residential ventilation systems

Ventilation is a critical component for building durability and occupant health. Residential Ventilation Handbook gives you the information you need to select and install the appropriate ventilation system for any home. This practical resource covers the latest codes and standards, including the International Mechanical Code (IMC), International Residential Code (IRC), and ASHRAE-62-2 (“Ventilation and Acceptable Indoor Air Quality in Low-Rise Residential Buildings”) requirements, as well as green building guidelines. Ideal as an on-the-job reference and troubleshooting manual, this is an essential guide for novices and experienced contractors alike.

Residential Ventilation Handbook covers:

Basic applications, airflow, and sizing guidelines
System design, installation details, and sound considerations
Effects of house pressures
Passive inlets, outlets, transfer grilles, and makeup air
Verification of performance, testing, troubleshooting, service, and maintenance
Costs of ventilation, including first costs and life-cycle costs
Code and program requirements
Fan types and applications
Ventilation for cooling and special applications
Humidifiers, dehumidifiers, filters, and ventilation accessories
Indoor air/environmental quality concerns