Pushing the Envelope
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"When you tighten up a building, you run the
risk of condensation on the windows. HRV prevents this by introducing outside air," Vernaus
explains. "In Manitoba in the winter, this is pretty
important because we're not opening windows.
Some ventilation is required to be comfortable."
Updated standards for new homes require a
minimum of R20 insulation in the main living
areas, R40-R50 insulation for attics and R12-R20
insulation for basements. The R-value is a measure of thermal resistance or thickness of the
insulation. The higher the R-value, the thicker
the insulation.
"This allows people to feel more comfortable in
their homes because it eliminates drafts. Windows have gone to triple pane or dual pane
with coatings and gas fills that make them more
energy efficient," Vernaus says. "It saves people
money on their energy bills and improves their
health and comfort."
While new homes benefit from these improvements, there's no reason older homes should be
left in the cold.
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