A heat recovery ventilator may be installed to increase ventilation. The filter in a heat recovery ventilator requires periodic cleaning and should be changed twice a year. Replacement filters for a heat recovery ventilator are easily changed and cost between $5.00 and $15.00. Also, be sure to inspect the vents in your system for leaves and debris so that the flow of fresh air from the outside is not interrupted. The ventilator should be checked annually by a heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning professional to make sure the air flow remains properly balanced. Like a fan, a heat recovery ventilator used for radon control should run constantly.
For more information about radon reduction, call the New York State Health Department's Radon Program at 1-800-458-1158.
Contact CNY Coalition For Healthy Indoor Air today to learn more.
