HRVs vs. ERVs: Why I Ditched My DIY HRV and Bought an ERV Instead

Many of you discovered my content when you saw my video in which I built a DIY heat recovery ventilator (HRV) from coroplast. Today, I'll tell you how my DIY HRV performed long-term, and explain why I eventually chose to buy an energy recovery ventilator (ERV) instead.

Once this video is over, I guarantee you'll understand humidity in a whole new way. You'll also be an expert on the difference between HRVs and ERVs. We'll talk about psychrometrics, sensible energy, latent energy, and more - in a way that DOESN'T confuse you!

Intro - 0:00
Why my DIY HRV caused issues (hint: psychrometrics!) - 0:41
What the issues were - 3:23
Health risks of a humid home - 4:03
My first solution to my humidity problem (dehumidifier and...) - 4:17
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ERVs and HRVs - 4:47
WHY I BOUGHT AN ERV instead of building one - 6:18
My girlfriend's wacky take on this - 7:28
WAS MY DIY HRV A FAILURE? - 7:44

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My original DIY HRV video:    • I built the best DIY heat recovery ve...  
My DIY ERV installation video (A SUCCESS!):    • DIY Energy Recovery Ventilator Instal...  

Energy Vanguard Blog Article "Cold Air is Dry Air":
https://www.energyvanguard.com/blog/C...

Scientific paper on humidity's negative impacts on indoor air quality:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...