I ordered this myself, and it came in two days. Over $100 less than I could find any place else. If you are in the market for a spot ERV, this is a pretty good deal.
I didn't realize they made small versions of these like this. Do they make one to be mounted in the window? I'm not finding one. What would prevent me from rigging this one up to venting in and out of a window? The scenario is to use it where we have the cat litter boxes.
Too bad shipping is $52 for me which kind of ruined the deal. I have this ERV and was just going to buy it for spared parts.
Also, keep in mind this ERV was designed for new install rather than retrofit.
I don't know much about these but wouldn't an install for this unit be pretty similar to putting in a new bathroom vent, other than this unit probably NEEDS shorter straighter intake/exhaust runs to work properly.
What I don't understand is why nobody else is making these easy drop in ERV/HRV units. I've been price watching this Panasonic for so long that now I feel like there's MUST be an improved model coming out at some point and am scared of buyers remorse when it does. Easily the only good price I've seen on it in over a year. Well done.
I didn't realize they made small versions of these like this. Do they make one to be mounted in the window? I'm not finding one. What would prevent me from rigging this one up to venting in and out of a window? The scenario is to use it where we have the cat litter boxes.
I don't think it would like being exposed to the outdoors, so you would need to build an enclosure and duct it through a panel you mount in the window. So, a pretty clunky arrangement.
What I don't understand is why nobody else is making these easy drop in ERV/HRV units. I've been price watching this Panasonic for so long that now I feel like there's MUST be an improved model coming out at some point and am scared of buyers remorse when it does. Easily the only good price I've seen on it in over a year. Well done.
From what I have read, Europe and Asia are well ahead of North America in this area. Maybe because we have really only started building very tight, energy efficient homes for the last decade here.
FYI, the following is quoted from product link:
About WhisperComfort ERV Balanced Air Solution
WhisperComfort Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) is a stand-alone system that provides balanced ventilation. Ideal for single family homes and multi-family units, it is affordable, easy to install and energy efficient. WhisperComfort ERV is UL listed for ceiling or wall mount applications. Can be used to comply with the latest codes and standards.
What I don't understand is why nobody else is making these easy drop in ERV/HRV units. I've been price watching this Panasonic for so long that now I feel like there's MUST be an improved model coming out at some point and am scared of buyers remorse when it does. Easily the only good price I've seen on it in over a year. Well done.
What is the advantage of these? Never seen these before.
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Also, keep in mind this ERV was designed for new install rather than retrofit.
Also, keep in mind this ERV was designed for new install rather than retrofit.
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I think the retail pricing is added by SD. I wrote 25% off with the coupon code.
From what I have read, Europe and Asia are well ahead of North America in this area. Maybe because we have really only started building very tight, energy efficient homes for the last decade here.
About WhisperComfort ERV Balanced Air Solution
WhisperComfort Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) is a stand-alone system that provides balanced ventilation. Ideal for single family homes and multi-family units, it is affordable, easy to install and energy efficient. WhisperComfort ERV is UL listed for ceiling or wall mount applications. Can be used to comply with the latest codes and standards.