The Residential Ventilation Handbook, by Paul H. Raymer, is a comprehensive guide to residential ventilation systems. Since ventilation is a critical component for home durability and occupant health, the Residential Ventilation Handbook gives information on selecting and installing the appropriate ventilation system for any home. It includes the latest codes and standards such as the International Mechanical Code (IMC), International Residential Code (IRC), ASHRAE-62-2 requirements, as well as green building guidelines. Made for both novices and experienced contractors, this book can be used as a backgrounder, on-the-job reference and troubleshooting manual.
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
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