Perhaps the most under appreciated aspect of a home's performance is its ventilation. A properly installed and functioning ventilation system is what supplies your home with fresh air while and removes the stale air. Poor ventilation is the direct cause of many problems that homeowners attribute to other components of their home such as windows and furnaces.  Homes that reside in the wet temperate climate of coastal British Columbia commonly display a number of indicators of inadequate ventilation. If your home is experiencing any of the following symptoms, call Ecowest for a free in-home consultation.

Condensation on windows - instinctively, many homeowners assume that condensation or foggy windows is the result of old window technology. While it is true that aluminum frames may be colder to the touch than vinyl frames, it is the moisture level of the air in your home that is generally to blame for this problem. Ecowest's experts can recommend a variety of ventilation products to help maintain the right level of humidity in your home.

Damp basement - this is a common problem in the Lower Mainland where homes have below-ground basements with inadequate drainage around the foundation. There are solutions that can help remove the moisture from your basement that do not require you to dig around your entire foundation to replace the drains. Your Ecowest experts can asses your basement and determine if the best solution for your basement moisture issues.

Mould and mildew - this has been a hot topic in the media in recent years because of the growing number of health problems related to mold and mildew. Mould can generally be found in closets, ceilings and exterior walls as well as in attics and crawlspaces. If you feel you have a mould or moisture problem, we strongly encourage you to consult an expert and have it addressed before it causes health-related problems for you and your family.

Asthma and allergies - If you or any of your family members experience allergies or have asthma, then you know that clean air is vital to maintaining a heathly and happy home. Further, many researchers suspect the diminishing air quality in buildings has caused the enormous increase in asthma cases in North America. Ecowest's representatives are ready to understand your specific needs and present you with solutions that can help clean the air in your home and keep your family healthy.