Whole-home Ventilators
Whole-home Ventilators | Ventilation and Air Quality | Heating and Air Conditioning | Benton
Breathe easier, Benton! HEP’s whole-home ventilators work in harmony with your heating and cooling system to sweep out stale, humid, or polluted indoor air and replace it with a fresh, perfectly conditioned supply. By expelling airborne contaminants and balancing humidity, our smart ventilators help protect your family from allergens, mold, and lingering odors—while also safeguarding the efficiency of your HVAC equipment and the integrity of your home.
Whether you’re renovating an older house or building a brand-new dream home, our certified technicians design custom solutions focused on ventilation and air quality that meet today’s strict energy codes without sacrificing comfort. Ready for healthier indoor air all year long? Call HEP or schedule online for a free in-home assessment, and feel the difference every breath makes.
FAQs
What is a whole-home ventilation system and how does it improve indoor air quality?
A whole-home ventilator is a mechanical device that continuously exchanges stale indoor air with fresh, filtered outdoor air through your ductwork. By exhausting pollutants—such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), odors, excess moisture, and airborne allergens—and replacing them with conditioned fresh air, the system dilutes contaminant levels and keeps relative humidity within a healthy range. The result is cleaner air, reduced mold growth, and fewer respiratory irritants for everyone in your Benton home.
What types of whole-home ventilators do you install for Benton homeowners?
We offer energy-recovery ventilators (ERVs), heat-recovery ventilators (HRVs), and supply- or exhaust-only fans, depending on your home’s layout and the Benton climate. ERVs transfer both heat and moisture between outgoing and incoming airstreams, which helps maintain balanced humidity during our muggy Arkansas summers. HRVs focus on heat transfer only, making them ideal for homes that struggle more with winter air tightness. During an in-home consultation we measure airflow requirements, assess insulation levels, and recommend the model that maximizes comfort and efficiency.
How can I tell if my house needs a mechanical ventilation upgrade?
Signs include persistent condensation on windows, musty or stale odors, visible mold spots, worsened allergy or asthma symptoms, excessive dust buildup, or a home that feels stuffy even when the HVAC fan is running. If your house was built or remodeled in the past 15 years, improved insulation and air-sealing may have reduced natural airflow to the point that code-compliant ventilation is now required. We can perform a blower-door test and indoor air quality assessment to determine exact needs.
Will installing a whole-home ventilator increase my energy bills?
Modern ERVs and HRVs are designed to recover up to 80% of the heating or cooling energy that would otherwise be lost during air exchange. In many Benton homes, this heat-recovery capability results in minimal operating-cost changes—and sometimes even savings—because balanced ventilation reduces the load on your air conditioner caused by excess humidity. High-efficiency ECM motors use as little electricity as a bathroom fan, and units can be set to run only when indoor CO₂ or humidity rises.
How often do whole-home ventilators need maintenance?
Routine upkeep is simple: 1) Replace or clean filters every 3–6 months to keep airflow unrestricted. 2) Inspect and vacuum the core (for ERVs/HRVs) annually. 3) Clean intake and exhaust grilles to remove lint, pollen, and debris. Our Benton maintenance plans include a yearly tune-up during which we verify airflows, test controls, sanitize the drain pan, and confirm the heat-exchange core is functioning efficiently. With proper care, most units last 15–20 years.
Can a ventilation system be integrated with my existing heating and cooling equipment?
Yes. We tie the ventilator into your home’s supply or return ductwork and synchronize it with your HVAC blower, thermostat, or dedicated wall control. Smart controllers allow the ventilator to run only when outdoor temperature and humidity are suitable or when indoor air quality sensors detect a need. Integration avoids the need for additional ducting, ensures conditioned fresh air is distributed evenly, and preserves the efficiency of your current furnace or heat pump.