Corridor fresh air unit

You will notice that there is a gap around the entry door. This gap is not a deficiency; it’s not only serves as a source of air, it helps maintain the air circulation in your unit.

Combined with the supplied exhaust fans, the gap around the entry door allows fresh air to enter the unit which helps control the problem of condensation and keeps your unit free of stale air and lingering cooking odours even with the windows closed. The corridor fresh air units continually pump fresh air into corridors, which serves as a source of fresh air for units. When exterior windows are closed, this is the only source of fresh air for each unit.

Not only does the supply of fresh air into the corridors provide a more comfortable living atmosphere; it is also a safety feature in the event of a fire. If there is a fire in the building, the corridor fresh air units are immediately turned off, so smoke does not enter the unit.

Keep the gap clear of obstructions. Do not install weather stripping around the door as it inhibits this flow of fresh air and its installation constitutes a violation of the Fire Code. It can also cause condensation, which deteriorates drywall and wood sills and creates mold that typically appears in the corners of drywall and on window surfaces.

The installation of weather stripping around the door may also result in a whistling sound as the air flows through the door.