Welcome to the Ventilation & Air Quality Hub
This hub is Ireland’s most practical resource for anyone looking to understand how ventilation and overall indoor climate work in real homes. Whether you’re building, renovating, or trying to solve comfort or moisture issues, you’ll find simple explanations, clear examples, and helpful guidance tailored to Irish conditions. Everything here is designed to be accurate, easy to follow, and directly useful for improving comfort and efficiency in your home.
Understanding Humidity, Moisture & Condensation
A simple, practical overview of the most common home ventilation systems used in Ireland. Here you’ll learn how MVHR and MEV work, how they differ, and how they help manage moisture, comfort and airflow in modern homes.
Design Ventilation Guides
Professional guidance for working with MVHR and mechanical ventilation systems in Ireland. This section covers duct design, correct airflow measurement, system balancing, and industry best practices.
How To Use Home Ventilation System. MVHR / MEV Guides
Most ventilation problems come from simple operating mistakes. Consequently, this section shows how to use a ventilation system correctly, from normal running and boost mode to seasonal settings and humidity control.
Smart Home Automation for Modern Irish Homes
Smart home automation is no longer just about convenience. However, in a modern Irish house, the biggest wins often come from controlling the indoor climate—ventilation, humidity, and fresh air—because these directly affect comfort, condensation risk, and long-term health. That’s why this section focuses on practical automation that supports indoor air quality
Regulatory Documents
This PDF is a mirror copy of: “Installation and Commissioning of Ventilation Systems for Dwellings – Achieving Compliance with Part F 2019”. The document has not been modified (content and layout preserved).
TGD F – Ventilation
This document was published in 2019.
Source: Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage
TGD L -Conservation of Fuel and Energy – Dwellings
Source: Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage
Ventilation Validation Registration Scheme
Issued on 30 September 2021
Source: National Standards Authority of Ireland