Air Quality & Ductwork
ERV & HRV Ventilation in Providence, RI
Tight, well-insulated homes need a steady supply of fresh air. Energy and heat recovery ventilators bring outdoor air in and push stale air out while transferring heat between the streams, so you get fresh air without throwing away your heating.
Balanced fresh-air ventilation for tight homes, recovering heat while swapping stale air out. Typical cost in Providence runs $3,150 to $7,900, and the phone is answered 24/7 at (401) 598-2964.
Signs it is time to call
- Window condensation and stuffiness in a newer or renovated home
- High carbon dioxide readings in bedrooms at night
- Lingering cooking and bathroom odors
- A deep energy retrofit that sealed up the house
Older Providence homes tend to be drafty in winter and damp in summer, while renovated and newer homes can be tight enough to trap moisture and stale air. Ducts, filtration, humidity control and controls decide how comfortable a system actually feels, not just the equipment on the label.
What the work includes
- Size by the house and number of bedrooms
- Duct fresh air to bedrooms and living areas, exhaust from baths and kitchen
- Balance airflow with measurements, not guesses
- Set controls and show filter maintenance
Older Providence homes leak plenty of air on their own. ERVs make most sense in new construction, gut renovations and homes that have had serious air sealing.
How the visit goes
- We measure first: airflow, humidity, filter condition or duct leakage, depending on the issue.
- Then we explain what the numbers mean and which fixes give the most return.
- Work is quoted in writing, and we measure again afterward to confirm the change.
What ERV & HRV ventilation usually costs
Most ERV & HRV ventilation jobs in Providence and nearby towns fall between $3,150 and $7,900. Simplified installs at the low end; fully ducted systems in finished homes at the upper end. We give you the exact price after we see the system, and nothing is done until you approve it.
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ERV & HRV Ventilation questions
What is the difference between an ERV and an HRV?
Both recover heat. An ERV also moves some moisture between the air streams, which suits humid summers and dry winters like Rhode Island's.
Does a house need an ERV?
Very tight homes do. Older, leaky houses usually get enough fresh air already, though they may still benefit from bath and kitchen exhaust upgrades.
How noisy is an ERV?
A properly sized, balanced unit with short duct runs is quiet. Most homeowners only notice the fresher air.
ERV & HRV Ventilation around Providence
We handle ERV & HRV ventilation across the city and nearby Rhode Island and Massachusetts towns. These are a few of the areas where we do it most.
Need ERV & HRV ventilation today?
Call the line any hour. We will walk you through safe checks and get a technician scheduled.