Residential Ventilation Handbook V3

by Paul H Raymer

Overview

Mechanical ventilation is not just a necessity; it's a cornerstone of energy efficient building durability, occupant health, and indoor air quality. The Residential Ventilation Handbook V3 published eight years after the publication of the hallmark of the industry, Version 3 has been updated with the latest technologies, codes, and references. It is the ultimate guide to selecting and installing the perfect ventilation system that complies with stringent national building codes. This indispensable construction reference resource covers the latest codes and standards, including the International Mechanical Code (IMC), International Residential Code (IRC), International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), state codes, and ASHRAE 62.2.

With practical field performance testing, troubleshooting tips, and operating cost analysis, this handbook is a treasure trove of valuable information. It delves into fan types and applications, ventilation for cooling, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, filtration, and ventilation accessories. An entire appendix is dedicated to balanced ventilation, ensuring you have all the knowledge you need at your fingertips.

Authored by a hands-on, practical HVAC systems subject matter expert, this guide is essential for both novices and experienced practitioners. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your expertise and ensure the health and durability of your residential design.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798990485037
Publisher:	Paul H. Raymer
Publication date:	04/26/2025
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	484
File size:	6 MB

About the Author

Paul H. Raymer is a senior manager, consultant and trainer. He has extensive experience in company, product, program, and environmental standards development. He has over 45 years of "hands-on" building science and business education. Having been involved in the start-up and development of thirteen companies, he has demonstrated extraordinary entrepreneurial implementation, bringing new companies to life in new markets. He enjoys participation in the creation of industry standards, teaching and developing courses, writing technical articles and working with consumers, contractors, government agencies, and utilities. He presently focuses on improving the energy efficiency, comfort, and health and indoor environmental quality in existing buildings. He is deeply involved in developing causal loop solutions for bridging the audience for building science from practitioners to the general public.Mr. Raymer's experience and professional qualifications include:* National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) Standard Work Specifications - Subcommittee Chair Heating Cooling and Ventilation* BPI (Building Performance Institute) Former Member of the Standards Technical Committee* Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) Standards Committee Member* IREC and IREC/American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Certified Assessor and Master Trainer* Society of Building Science Educators Member* Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) for Homes Energy & Atmosphere Technical Advisory Subcommittee* National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Green Building Standard Water Efficiency and Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) Task GroupMr. Raymer has served as a ventilation trainer for the State of New Jersey and as a ventilation trainer and consultant for the following states. * State of Delaware* State of Rhode Island* State of Connecticut * Certified Interstate Renewable Energy Council, Inc. (IREC) Assessor and Master Trainer* Certified Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Rater and HERS Green Rater* Certified Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst, Envelope Professional, Heating Professional, Healthy Home Evaluator, and AC/Heat Pump Professional (Field and written exam proctor)* Environmental Protection Agency (EPS) Certified Type I, II EPA 608 AC Technician* Certified Energy Star Version 3American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engineers, Inc. (ASHRAE) (Life Member) & Voting Member of the ASHRAE 62.2 SSPC Committee since 2002

Table of Contents

• Foreword.
• Acknowledgements
• Introduction.
• Choosing Residential Ventilation Systems
• Basic Applications, Airflow, and Sizing Guidelines
• Airflow Considerations for the Whole Dwelling Ventilation System.
• Spot/Local Exhaust Ventilation.
• System Design Choices
• Sound.
• Installation Details
• System Design Overview.
• Ducting.
• Termination Fittings
• Dampers
• Ventilation Controls
• System Commissioning and Documentation.
• Replacing an existing bathroom fan.
• Replacing an existing range hood.
• Installing a Radon/Soil Gas Mitigation System.
• House Pressures
• Passive Inlets, Outlets, Transfer Grilles and Makeup Air
• Verification of Performance and Testing.
• System Troubleshooting, Service, and Maintenance
• Costs Costs of Ventilation.
• Ventilation Codes
• 2024 International Mechanical Code
• 2024 International Energy Conservation Code
• 2024 International Building Code
• 2024 International Residential Code
• 2024 International Property Maintenance Code
• State Ventilation Codes
• Safety Testing and Performance Certification.
• Program Requirements and Opportunities
• Fan Types and Applications
• Special Application Ventilation.
• Ventilation for Cooling
• Humidifiers, Dehumidifiers, Filters, and Ventilation Accessories
• Indoor Air/Environmental Quality Concerns
• The Future of the Residential Ventilation Arts
• Acronyms and Abbreviations
• Useful Values and Multipliers
• Glossary.
• References
• Organizations and Resources
• Equipment Sources
• Digital Tools & Applications
• Manual BV.
• HRV/ERV Maintenance