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exhaust fan air flow?

11 years ago

We recently replaced all our windows/doors and resided our house w/Hardiplank. Our house is very tight now. We installed a whole house fan and have to make sure at least 2 windows are open when the fan is going. We now need to install a bathroom exhaust fan but are concerned as to how we will have enough fresh air to replace what is going out the vent.

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djlandkpl
11 years ago
You may want to repost on the HVAC board. Sounds like you need a HVAC contractor to add make up air into your house. It's very important too, if you have a natural gas water heater and/or furnace.
nancyk
Original Author
11 years ago
HVAC? I did post in the bathroom forum.
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joeplumb
11 years ago
Don't worry about it. Just install it. If , later you find that it is not evacuating enough, then you can crack a window
a tiny bit.

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