My idea was to run the HRV in the winter since cool/dry air is plentiful then. I thought of having an ERV (vs. HRV) for the summer based on this quote until I saw your feedback...
"The most popular design of ERVs utilizes a desiccant
wheel to remove both heat and a significant amount
of moisture from the incoming air, which reduces the load
on the air-conditioning system."
I'll plan to run both supply/return if I route fish room air to the furnace - thx.
My concept of installing the vents between the equipment room and the rest of the basement is to have the option in case I ever need it but ultimately keep air flowing through the room to avoid pH fluctuations. Perhaps there's a more efficient way to do this - ? I guess I don't expect the A/C to be working all the time.
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