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Venmar Constructo 1.0 and Constructo Quattro 2.0
Air Exchange and Energy Recovery Ventilation Systems

Air Exchanger Systems for Home Ventilation

Venmar Ventilation Constructo Energy Recovery Ventilators are the comfortable home solution for improved indoor air quality. Venmar ERV ventilation systems are a very popular choice and one of the best Energy Recovery air exchangers (ERV) of its category. Constructo air exchangers deliver an exceptional level of indoor air quality and excess humidity control.

Featuring a robust polypropylene core, the Constructo series provides mid-size (refer to local building code) homes with fresh air all year and retains heat in colder climates for improved home comfort. Versatile main and optional wall controls make it easy to manage excess humidity and air flow throughout the home.

Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV)

The Venmar Constructo energy recovery ventilator (ERV) is the proper choice for warmer climates, where home cooling is essential. The Venmar Constructo ERV keeps the home supplied with a steady flow of fresh outdoor air. As stale, cool air is expelled, the energy recovery core cools the incoming fresh, warmer air before it is distributed throughout the home. The result is a constant supply of fresh air, no unpleasant drafts and greater home comfort. In addition to energy recovery and improved air quality, the ERV provides necessary ventilation while controlling excess humidity.

Constructo 1.0 ERV

The Constructo 1.0 ERV is ingenious air exchange solution that’s as versatile as it is compact. Configured with factory built vertical or horizontal ports, the Constructo 1.0 can fit almost anywhere. Tucked in a bulkhead or closet, it’s the most versatile 100 CFM unit available on the market today. This compact, lightweight, and powerful unit is the ideal choice for small prefab and tract houses and other limited space applications. What’s more, it is the only air exchanger of its size that can be transformed from an Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) to an Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV), simply by changing its core. The Constructo 1.0 ERV is available in horizontal or vertical ports.

Constructo Quattro 1.5 and 2.0 ERV

Venmar Constructo Quattro 1.5 Energy Recovery Ventilation imageThe Constructo Quattro series transfers energy and moisture from one airstream to another, which optimizes energy recovery and maintains proper humidity levels in all climates. The Quattro has the following features:

  • When it is Hot and Humid, the Quattro limits the amount of heat and moisture entering the home to optimize comfort, enhance energy efficiency and reduce strain on air conditioner.
  • When it is Hot and Dry, the Quattro recovers moisture to maintain proper humidity levels inside, keeps heat from entering the home and reduces strain on humidifiers.
  • When it is Cold and Dry, the Quattro recovers heat and moisture to optimize energy recovery, eliminates drafts, thereby reducing strain on humidifiers.
  • When it is Cold and Humid, the Quattro recovers heat and moisture to optimize energy recovery, eliminates drafts, thereby reducing strain on humidifiers.

The all-climate fresh air system:

  • Designed for new residential construction
  • Offers standard ventilation features to meet codes and standards at an affordable price
  • Equipped with an energy recovery core (ERV) for moisture control
  • Easy to install and maintain
  • State-of-the-art ventilation technology
  • Quiet system for homeowners
  • Ideal for homes that are dry in winter and/or air conditioned in summer

IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT VENMAR UNITS

We Ship Venmar ONLY to the Contiguous United States. If you are located in Canada, call Venmar directly at 800-567-3855.

Shipping Policy - FREE Ground Shipping in Contiguous USA (excludes filters and all wall controls ordered after-the-fact). Express shipping orders for Venmar MUST be placed via phone toll free at 866-875-4386.

Venmar Return Policy - Once a Venmar unit has been installed, it CANNOT be returned. Our 30-Day money back guarantee only applies to new uninstalled units.

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Venmar Constructo Energy Recovery Ventilators

$1007.48 Venmar Constructo 1.0 Energy Recovery Ventilator 45-99 cfm - Vertical Ports
$1007.48 Venmar Constructo 1.0 Energy Recovery Ventilator 45-99 cfm - Horizontal Ports
$1468.80 Venmar Constructo Quattro 2.0 Energy Recovery Ventilator 80-183 cfm

Add Tandem Transition Kit (Constructo 1.0 ONLY)

$ 85.64 Tandem Transition Kit (more info)

Pick One Main Wall Control (see details below)

$ 40.51 Contructo Wall Control
$ 60.26 Contructo Lite-Touch Wall Control
$ 60.26 Contructo Simple Touch Wall Control (Constructo 1.0 ONLY)
$192.87 Altitude Wall Control (Constructo 1.0 ONLY)

Pick Optional Wall Controls (see details below)

$23.14 20-Minute Lighted Push-Button
$66.68 60-Minute Mechanical Timer

How Venmar Home Ventilation Systems Work

Venmar Constructo 1.0 and Quattro 1.5 and 2.0 ERV Technical Specifications

Constructo 1.0

Constructo
Quattro 2.0

Price:
$1007.48 $1468.80
Type of recovery
ERV ERV
Rate of air flow (cfm)* (low/high):
45-99 cfm 80-183 cfm
Filter:
Washable foam Washable foam
Diameter of inside port:
5" (12.5 cm) 6’’ (15.2 cm)
Diameter of outside port:
5" (12.5 cm) 6’’ (15.2 cm)
Apparent sensible effectiveness at 0°C (32°F):
77% at 30 l/s (64 cfm*) 72% at 38 l/s (80 cfm)
Apparent sensible effectiveness at -25°C (-13°F):
Not tested Not tested
Total recovery efficiency (cooling) at 35°C(95°F):
51% Not tested
Voltage:
120 volts 120 volts
Power:
102 watts 240 watts
Amp:
0.9 amperes 2.1 amperes
Dimension height:
12 3/16 in (31 cm) 16.5 in (42 cm)
Dimension width:
22 9/16 in (57.4 cm) 34 in (86.4 cm)
Dimension depth:
19 13/16 in (50.3) 17 1/4 in (44 cm)
Weight (approx.):
45 lb (20.4 kg) 76 lb (35 kg)
Wall control:
Altitude, Lite-Touch Constructo or Simple Touch or Constructo
(sold separately)
Light-Touch or Constructo (sold separately)
Optional wall controls:
60-Minute Mechanical Timer and 20-Minute Lighted Push Button
(sold separately)
60-Minute Mechanical Timer and 20-Minute Lighted Push Button
(sold separately)
HVI Certified (Home Ventilating Institute):
  Yes
Warranty - Core or enthalpy wheel:
5 years 5 years
Warranty - Parts:
2 years 2 years
Documentation:
Technical Data Sheet
User Guide
Installation Manual
Technical Data Sheet
User Guide
Installation Manual
* cfm: Cubic feet per minute

Venmar Tandem Transition imageTandem Transition Kit

The Tandem Transition Kit ONLY works with Venmar units with 110 cfm or less: HEPA 3100 HRV, HEPA 4100 ERV and Constructo 1.0 (both ERV and HRV). This kit is included in the HEPA installation kit, but it can be ordered separately. This exclusive Venmar fixture makes installing your air exchanger fast and easy and only requires a single hole in your exterior wall. Tandem Transition Technical Sheet

Main Wall Control Options

Constructo Wall Control imageConstructo Wall Control $39.33

The Constructo main wall control can only be used on Constructo models and adjusts the air supply speed using the sliding button:

  • OFF
  • MIN (low speed air exchange)
  • MAX (high speed air exchange).

Also, the maximum indoor humidity level for your house is selected by the knob.Constructo Light Touch Main Wall Control image

Constructo Light-Touch Wall Control

The Constructo Light-Touch main wall control can only be used on Constructo models. The light indicator color of this wall control shows clearly in which operating mode the unit is. This push-button control has three functions:

  • Intermittent (low speed air exchange during
  • 20 minutes, then stops during 40 minutes)
  • Min (low speed air exchange)
  • Max (high speed air exchange)

Constructo Light Touch Main Wall Control imageConstructo Simple Touch Wall Control (Constructo 1.0 Only)

The Constructo Simple-Touch main wall control is exclusively used on the Constructo ERV 1.0 model. The light indicator color of this wall control shows clearly in which operating mode the unit is. This push-button control has three functions:

  • Recirculation (stops exchanging air with the outside and recirculates inside air at high speed)
  • Min (low speed air exchange)
  • Max (high speed air exchange)

Altitude Wall Control (Constructo 1.0 Only)

SMART Mode automatically controls ventilation to maximize homeowner comfort, using indoor and outdoor humidity level and temperature to modulate ventilation:

  • PROGRAMMABLE Mode optimizes and reduces energy usage.
  • VENTILATION Mode offers 6 convenient settings:
    • MIN / MAX
    • 40-min/h / 30-min/h / 20-min/h
    • OFF
    • RECIRCULATION Mode Offers 3 convenient settings: MIN / MAX / OFF.

Optional Wall Controls


20-Minute Lighted Push-Button

This timer allows the unit to provide 20 minutes of high speed ventilation at the push of a button, to expel rapidly indoor stale air. Lighted when activated, up to five of them can be installed (e.g.: in bathroom, kitchen, laundry room, etc.)

 


60-Minute Mechanical Timer

This timer allows up to 60 minutes of high speed operation.

 

Maintenance

Regular maintenance should be performed every 3 months. Annual maintenance should also take place every fall season. Remove filters.

  • Vacuum to remove most of the dust.
  • Wash with a mixture of warm water and mild soap. Rinse thoroughly. Shake filters to remove excess water and let dry. NOTE: Washing the filters in the top tray of the dishwasher is possible, but the aluminum frame might tarnish.
  • Replace the optional filters (electronic, pleated or charcoal) if applicable. Do not wash in water.
  • Check the exterior air intake hood. Make sure no leaves, twigs, ice or snow have been drawn into the vent. Clean if necessary.

Air Oasis HVAC Induct Air Purifier imageGet the Ultimate in Clean Air for Your Home

Combine an Air Oasis Induct Air Purifier with a Venmar Ventilation System (or any HVAC system) and get the ultimate in pure air in your home.

The Venmar Air Exchange System is fabulous for recovering heat or energy, providing fresh air, controlling humidity and removing particulate (dust, pollen, dander, etc.), but by adding the powerful broad-spectrum pollution purification abilities of an Air Oasis HVAC Induct Air Purifier, you get the ultimate in whole-house clean air. Air Oasis air purifiers destroy bacteria, viruses, pesticides, herbicides, mold spores, chemical fumes and gases, VOCs, odors and more from your ductwork and every room served by a vent.

The residential and business HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) induct models are designed for use with forced-air heating and central air conditioning systems (HVAC) to purify the air in all rooms served by ductwork in small to large single-family homes and office buildings. Turn your central heating and cooling system into an air-cleaning machine to significantly reduce pollutants and contaminants in your entire home or business. For more information, see the Air Oasis Air Purifiers.

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