What are the costs of HRVs?

The average cost for purchasing and installing an HRV ranges from $2000 to $5000. Factors that influence the cost include the size of your home, the model/brand and efficiency rating of the equipment and potentially the quality of the installation and system balancing. Be sure to get multiple quotes from contractors to compare costs, installation approach and warranties.

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