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Humidifiers & HRVs · Winnipeg, MB

Humidifiers & HRVs in Winnipeg, MB

In a Winnipeg winter, indoor air gets very dry. At the same time, tight modern homes need ventilation. Humidifiers and HRVs help balance the two.

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Dry air

Cold outdoor air holds little moisture, and heating it makes indoor air very dry. That can mean static shocks, dry skin, irritated sinuses and cracked wood.

Furnace humidifiers

A humidifier on the furnace adds moisture to the air as it's heated. It needs a water line, a drain and regular pad or filter changes.

Too much humidity

In deep cold, too much indoor humidity causes frost and condensation on windows. Lower the setting as outdoor temperatures drop. See winter humidity and window frost.

HRVs

A heat recovery ventilator brings in fresh outdoor air and exhausts stale air, transferring heat between them so you don't lose much warmth.

HRV maintenance

Clean HRV filters and the core regularly and check the outdoor hoods for frost and blockage.

Balancing

An HRV needs balanced airflow in and out. A technician can measure and adjust it.

Older homes

Leaky older homes may not need much ventilation in winter but often need humidity.

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Settings by season

Turn the humidifier off in spring and summer, and switch the HRV to the right mode for the season if it has one.

Water and drains

Furnace humidifiers need a working drain. Check the drain line for leaks and blockages when you change the pad.

HRV frost

In deep cold, HRVs run defrost cycles to keep the core from freezing. Check that the outdoor hoods aren't blocked by snow or frost.

Bathroom fans

Bath fans should vent outside and run long enough to clear moisture after showers.

Ceiling air vent

Frequently asked questions

What humidity should I keep in winter?
Lower than in summer. Many homes lower it as temperatures drop to avoid window frost.
Does my house need an HRV?
Most new homes have one. Older homes may benefit if they're well sealed.

Other HVAC services

Furnace RepairNo heat, short cycling, ignition faults and frosted vents.Furnace ReplacementHigh-efficiency gas furnaces sized for Prairie winters.Cold-Climate Heat PumpsHeat in spring and fall, cooling all summer, backup for deep cold.Air ConditioningCentral AC repairs, new systems and spring start-up.Boilers & Hot Water HeatRadiators, boilers and in-floor heating in older and newer homes.Furnace Tune-UpsFall checks that catch failures before the deep cold.Ductless Mini-SplitsCooling and heat for radiator homes, additions and hot rooms.

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