Pennsylvania Housing Research Center

Makeup Air for Exhaust Systems in Tight Houses

Exhaust systems in tight homes can create potentially hazardous conditions. The IRC requires makeup air for kitchen exhaust systems in excess of 400 cfm. Learn whether this threshold is appropriate and understand various strategies for providing makeup air in an efficient and comfortable manner.

Presenter: Tony Jellen

Intended Audience: Builders, remodelers, building code officials, design professionals

Cost: Free

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