URL
http://publications.energyresearch.ucf.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/NREL-60118.pdf
Keywords
Ventilation; Heating; Moisture; Buildings; Residential energy efficiency; Air infiltration; Mechanical ventilation; Moisture control; Building envelope
Abstract
Perhaps no residential topic has been discussed as much among building scientists as air infiltration and required mechanical ventilation. Usually, envelope tightening is recommended as an efficiency strategy for retrofitting an existing home. In humid climates, reducing infiltration can reduce summer moisture loads. However, during drier weather when the air conditioner is not running, lower infiltration can lead to potential condensation. Even though severe cold weather is rare in the Deep South, the prevalence of single-pane windows can lead to condensation events.
Date Published
10-7-2013
Identifiers
197
Subjects
Buildings--Energy conservation; Ventilation; Humidity--Control; Condensation; Energy consumption
Local Subjects
Heating; Buildings - Moisture; Buildings - Ventilation
Type
Text; Document
Collection
FSEC Energy Research Center® Collection
STARS Citation
Florida Solar Energy Center and Parker, Danny, "Flexible Residential Test Facility: Impact of Infiltration and Ventilation on Measured Heating Season Energy and Moisture Levels" (2013). FSEC Energy Research Center®. 197.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/fsec/197
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