How to cope with the heat in the summer months without spending a huge amount of energy and money on air conditioning systems? The most inexpensive way is regular ventilation. However, it is ineffective, so more and more people are interested in air ventilation equipment. Consider its features and advantages in more detail.
Benefits of Ventilation
Mechanical ventilation is suitable for each object: a private house, commercial or industrial premises. Its key feature is that the technique provides a forced supply of fresh air through special channels, and also removes excess heat or pollution.
Natural ventilation is based on the flow of air through windows and doors. Its quality depends mainly on the type and number of holes, as well as on the design of the building. The main reason for inefficiency is that, together with the air masses, additional heat (in summer) or cold (in winter) enters the open windows and doors. This causes discomfort, therefore it is more rational to use a mechanical system. With its help, air is distributed evenly. In addition, it has a number of other advantages:
- Does not allow noise to enter from outside. This is the best solution for buildings located in noisy areas.
- Suitable for areas where it is not possible to open windows for natural ventilation, for example, in industrial areas.
- It is a reliable security solution. When using it, you can close all windows and doors.
The only negative that can stop is the price. The mechanical ventilation system, of course, has more important advantages compared to the natural one, but its cost is quite high. A rational solution is to install equipment at the stage of creating a project for a particular building. This keeps costs to a minimum.
Main types
There are several types of ventilation for the home. Each of them consists of fans, ducts, dampers and controls. They have pros and cons. Consider ventilation systems in more detail in the form of a table.
| A type | Description | pros | Minuses | Cost |
| Exhaust ventilation | This combination consists of a fan, which circulates the air in the room | Ventilation without heat loss | pollutants can be drawn into the house from the outside;
humid air that comes in from the street condenses on the wall, which can cause mold | Lowest installation cost and lowest operating costs |
| Mechanical ventilation | The system consists of a fan and hood. The flow from the outside comes from a single source and spreads throughout the system. | Minimum amount of pollutants entering through the enclosure.
The amount of moisture that may condense inside is reduced, causing dampness. | An engine is required to use the system. | Low installation cost. Operating costs are higher than in the previous version. |
| Exchange | This combination of devices that provide fresh air and the output of the "exhaust" (for example, exhaust fan and supply) | The device provides a constant circulation between exhaust and fresh air | Deficiencies are found when using only one part of the system | Cost increased due to more appliances and additional channels |
There are pros and cons to each type. Consulting with an experienced specialist, you can choose the best option for a particular object.
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