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Because today's building codes strive for greater energy efficiency and occupant health, builders must pay more attention to the construction of the home’s envelope and how the house is ventilated to ensure optimal, healthy indoor air.

Home Ventilation Options Ranked Good(ish), Better, and Best

One key element in modern home construction is ventilation, but what exactly is ventilation and why is it important? I recently read the book A House Needs to Breathe … Or Does...
Aug. 13, 2024
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Newer homes like this one are more likely to be constructed with no- or low-VOC paints, glues, flooring, cabinetry, and finishes that decrease indoor air pollutants. But mechanical ventilation systems are still a must in new construction, which creates a much tighter building envelope than older homes.
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In 2022, manufacturer Broan-NuTone will begin producing the first commercially available “smart” range hood. Programmed with pollutant-monitoring sensors, the range hood's fan automatically turns on when cooking activity is detected and switches off once pollutants have returned to acceptable levels.
One solution for providing mechanically balanced ventilation that's not only more affordable and reliable, but also easy to install and maintain, is a ventilation supply fan that introduces fresh air to an HVAC return duct. | Photo: Eric Lucero
One solution for providing mechanically balanced ventilation that's not only more affordable and reliable, but also easy to install and maintain, is a ventilation supply fan that introduces fresh air to an HVAC return duct. | Photo: Eric Lucero
With James Hardie's Dream Collection of siding, homeowners can select from more than 700 ColorPlus Technology finishes. | Photo: courtesy James Hardie
With James Hardie's Dream Collection of siding, homeowners can select from more than 700 ColorPlus Technology finishes. | Photo: courtesy James Hardie
Air sealed floor system over garage separation wall. (All photos: courtesy IBACOS)
Air sealed floor system over garage separation wall. (All photos: courtesy IBACOS)
Soffit vents, gas furnace products for tight spaces, and more. (Photo: courtesy Panasonic)
Soffit vents, gas furnace products for tight spaces, and more. (Photo: courtesy Panasonic)
Pro Builder's annual Top 100 roundup isn't an editors' choice selection of products, it's far more democratic than that since it's determined by you, our readers.
Pro Builder's Annual Top 100 Roundup Isn't An Editors' Choice Selection Of Products, It's Far More Democratic Than That Since It's Determined By You, Our Readers
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Photo: Daniel Hansen/Unsplash

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