Modern homes are sealed tight - great for energy bills, terrible for indoor air. HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilator) and ERV (Energy Recovery Ventilator) systems exchange stale indoor air for fresh outdoor air while transferring most of the heat (and humidity, with ERV) so you don't pay to re-condition incoming air.
HRV vs ERV - which is right for KW?
Climate matters:
HRV: transfers heat only. Best for cold, dry climates. Recommended for most KW homes.
ERV: transfers heat AND humidity. Best for humid summers + dry winters. Useful for very tight new builds.
If you have humidity issues (over-humidified in summer, under in winter), ERV makes sense. Otherwise HRV is the simpler, more efficient choice for our region.
What's included
Sizing based on home volume and ventilation rate
Ducted to bedrooms (supply) + bathrooms/kitchen (exhaust)
Insulated outdoor intake and exhaust hoods
Filtered outdoor air supply
Programmable controller
Condensate drain
What you get with Trident
Fresh outdoor air without heat loss
70-85% heat recovery efficiency
Removes cooking, bathroom and pet odors
Reduces CO₂ buildup in tight homes
Improves indoor air quality measurably
HRV / ERV Ventilation across KWC Region
We provide hrv / erv ventilation throughout Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and Guelph - plus surrounding townships including Elmira, St. Jacobs, Breslau, Baden, New Hamburg, Fergus, Rockwood, Ayr.
HRV (heat recovery ventilator) transfers heat between incoming and outgoing air streams without transferring moisture. ERV (energy recovery ventilator) also transfers moisture - useful in homes that struggle to hold humidity in winter or get too humid in summer.
Our experts will assess your system, understand your comfort concerns, and recommend practical solutions tailored to your home and budget. New installations and replacements include a free estimate; diagnostic visits start at $89 and are credited toward approved repairs.
