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Question:

You often stress the importance of adequate ventilation in a house. I am considering purchasing a new house and was wondering what you would recommend for the capacity of bathroom ventilation fans.

Answer:

Never less than 110 C.F.M. and no matter what your air exchange system, I would insist on bathroom fans.

Answered By: Ren Molnar

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