Passive House Series MHRV.mov

Most of us spend most of our time in buildings. With the Passive House Standard, there is a requirement for a high level of airtightness: 0.6 Air Changes per Hour. So how do we get quality,fresh air into our buildings? In this video we look at the mechanically controlled ventilation system; it's benefits and practical installation......

[@garrypfd6092]

I am currently building a passive house in Nottinghamshire UK and find this sort of info invaluable.
Thanks Energyquater

[@Energyquarter]

Garry PFD Thanks for your nice comment. We are always interested in seeing more people build to the PH standard, should you wish to send us any information on your project we would be delighted.The Energyquarter team

[@daveslp]

I am renovating a house with passiv standards in mind. I want mhrv and also want it to heat the house with a water coil like in this vid.
Q: what companies in Ireland offer this? The 3 I've spoken to won't supply a system with a coil.
What brand is the unit in the vid??
Would really appreciate a reply and thank you very much for these invaluable videos.
Thanks

[@Energyquarter]

The brand in the video is by ProAir. If you would like contact details for other companies please contact us on [e-mail]
The Energyquarter team

[@Energyquarter]

@electrodacus
MHRV video re-uploaded due small editorial change
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[@barbarasmith6005]

I want a Passive House!

[@Energyquarter]

It's the only way to go!

[@barbarasmith6005]

*****​ You don't really have a Passive House (or one that is certified, anyway). A true Passive House ALWAYS has a ventilation system to bring in fresh air. For a cold climate the recommended ones are exhaust or balanced. Actually a balanced one (a fan for bringing in fresh air and a fan for exhausting stale air) will work in any climate.
Also, it is highly advisible that you don't fill the living space with polluting materials--the worst being carpeting, particleboard cabinetry, and combustion appliances (gas stoves and fireplaces--for example). And for heaven's sake, don't use any VOC emitting paints or finishes! Use an exhaust fan hood of at least 400 cfm when you cook.
Learn how to clean without using toxic products, you know, just about anything you can buy off-the-shelf at a typical grocery store (I use only baking soda, borax, and white wine vinegar). Don't use perfumed anything in the house--perfumes are quite toxic. Ideally, your house should be completely odor-free.
The suggestion of using an engineer to evaluate the building site is a good idea, though.