Home Air exchanger installation
RBQ-licensed installer — Québec & Lévis

Air exchanger installation (HRV / ERV)
in Québec & Lévis

Sale, replacement and installation of HRV/ERV units in your home — by a qualified team, with warranty included. Free consultation within 24 h.

RBQ-licensed 5760-9380-01 Manufacturer warranty Replacement at $2,300 + tx all-in
4.9 886 reviews on Google

Free quote

An expert calls you back within 24 h.
Replacement promo
2 300 $ + tx
All-in · HRV + wall control + up to 2 bathroom timers (same price if you have none) + installation by our team (RBQ licence 5760-9380-01).
  • Installation — new build or addition
  • Replacement — end-of-life unit
  • Service call — noise, breakdown, diagnosis
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— New installation & replacement

An air exchanger built to last.

Whether you're building a new home, your current HRV is reaching end of life, or your house suffers from humidity and foggy windows, our RBQ technicians install the unit that suits your square footage, your budget and your existing duct network.

We're authorized installers of the market's leading brands — Venmar, vänEE, Aldes, Broan — and we handle the entire project: model selection, quote, installation, commissioning, homeowner training and grant paperwork.

Replacement promo
Starting at
2 300 $+ tx*
*Replacement rate for a standard residential air exchanger, taxes extra. Includes the unit, installation and the components listed. Rate valid on quote; certain conditions apply.

What the promotion includes

  • New air exchanger (HRV) — brand of your choice, subject to availability
  • Programmable wall control included
  • Up to 2 bathroom timers — same price if you have none
  • Installation, connection and commissioning by our team (RBQ licence 5760-9380-01)
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— Why trust us

Experience you can measure.

25+ yrs
of experience
RBQ-licensed installer since 1998.
+1 000
installations
HRV/ERV units installed in Québec and area.
5 yrs
parts warranty
Per manufacturer — up to 10 years on select models.
— 25 years of expertise

Installing an HRV/ERV is a project that lasts.

An air exchanger that's poorly sized, badly connected or installed without regard for your duct network is a guarantee of humidity, noise and condensation problems for the next decade. That's why we take our time.

Since 1998, Groupe Exl-Or has been installing air exchangers in Québec, Lévis and area. More than 1,000 units installed, across every type of home — from new condos to 1970s bungalows, renovated houses and construction sites.

Based in Québec, our installers plan every job: CFM calculation, register balancing, airtight connection, commissioning and homeowner training — with no hidden travel fees. Groupe Exl-Or holds RBQ licence 5760-9380-01.

Our commitment on every installation
  • Sizing based on square footage and number of rooms
  • Airtight, quiet installation compliant with the Building Code
  • Commissioning and homeowner training included
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Technicien Groupe Exl-Or installant un échangeur d'air dans une maison à Québec
Residential
Intérieur d'un vieil échangeur d'air montrant l'usure et la poussière accumulée — candidat au remplacement
To replace
— Signs it's time to replace

Is your exchanger 15 to 20 years old? Time to talk about it.

HRV/ERV units have an average lifespan of 15 to 20 years. Beyond that, the motor wears out, the recovery core loses efficiency and energy use climbs — without you noticing.

Typical signs: unusual noise at startup, windows fogging up in winter despite use, a stale-air feeling, rising electricity bills, or simply a discontinued model whose parts are no longer available.

A new unit recovers up to 85% of the heat from outgoing air and uses up to 60% less energy than a 2000s model. The return on investment is quick — especially with the Rénoclimat and LogisVert grants.

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— Choosing guide

HRV or ERV — which one for your home?

Both recover heat. Only one manages humidity. Here's how to decide.

HRV
Heat recovery ventilation
Québec standard
ERV
Energy recovery ventilation
New-build trend
Recovers heat
Recovers humidity
Home built before 2015
New home / Novoclimat / LEED
Air too dry in winter
Central air conditioning
No drain available (condo, closet…)
Purchase price
$$
$$$
Ideal for…
Most Québec homes built between 1990 and 2015.
Airtight homes (Novoclimat, LEED), drainless condos, or dry-air problems.
Not sure? Our technician decides for you during the free in-home consultation.
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— Brands offered

Authorized installer of the leading brands.

We're not tied to a single brand — we choose the unit that fits your home, your budget and your preferences.

Échangeur d'air Venmar — installateur autorisé à Québec & Lévis (Groupe Exl-Or)
Échangeur d'air vänEE — installateur autorisé à Québec & Lévis (Groupe Exl-Or)
Échangeur d'air Aldes — installateur autorisé à Québec & Lévis (Groupe Exl-Or)
Échangeur d'air Broan — installateur autorisé à Québec & Lévis (Groupe Exl-Or)

Over 50 models available, from compact condo units to high-output units for large homes. We order directly from the distributor, with no middleman.

— Why Groupe Exl-Or

Four reasons to trust us with your installation.

RBQ-licensed

Licence 5760-9380-01. Installation compliant with the Building Code and recognized by grant programs.

Manufacturer warranty

Typically 5 years on parts, up to 10 years on select models. Plus our own labour warranty.

Honest quote

All-inclusive price in the quote. No surprises, no unexpected fees on installation day.

After-sales service

Commissioning included, homeowner training, and future maintenance handled by the same team.

— Our process

From call to commissioning, in four steps.

Day 1
01

Consultation

Free in-home visit. We assess your setup, take measurements and calculate the CFM.

Day 3
02

Quote

Detailed quote within 48 h with two model options, all-inclusive price.

Day 7–14
03

Installation

Installation in 1 to 2 days depending on complexity. Our team protects your floors and cleans up on the way out.

Same day
04

Commissioning

Register balancing, training, handover of documents. We stay reachable afterward.

— Testimonials

4.9 ★ on Google, 886 times over.

What our Québec and Lévis clients say about our team. Verified reviews, updated automatically from Google.

gmblogo
Excellent
Groupe Exl-Or4.9
Based on 923 reviews
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louis bienvenu
il y a 19 heures
Bon travail, bon prix, rapidité d'exécution.
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maissa hentati
il y a 4 jours
Un très bon service! Merci Patric pour votre professionnalisme
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stephlaurin
il y a 5 jours
Tristan a fait un travail très professionnel, bravo, je le recommande fortement. Merci!
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Luc Fortin
il y a 6 jours
Service hors pair. Travail propre et professionnel.
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francis belanger
il y a 6 jours
Belle job, efficace et propre par le Tech Mikael Fortin !!!
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Sonia Roy
il y a 1 semaine
Bravo pour un service de Mikael Fortier hors pair. Il nous a donné beaucoup de conseils, trucs pour l’entretien régulier et nous a meme aider a figurer une meilleure utilisation de l'échangeur d’air. En extra…nettoyage du conduit de sécheuse, raccourci le tuyau qui manquait d'efficacité. Une visite plus que due. Merci pour ton professionnalisme
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Kiwi
il y a 2 semaines
Excellent service courtois, rapide, à bon prix, efficace et j'en passe! J'ai eu le bonneur d'avoir été servi par de Michael Fortier qui sait ce dont il parle et ce qu'il fait, un vrai pro!
Response from the owner:Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire, Kiwi. Nous sommes ravis d’apprendre que votre expérience pour le nettoyage de votre échangeur d’air, climatisation et ventilation s’est déroulée avec un service aussi courtois, rapide, efficace et professionnel. Mickael Fortier est reconnu pour son expertise et son approche transparente : il sait ce qu’il fait, il maîtrise parfaitement son domaine et il s’assure que chaque client reçoive un service de qualité à un prix juste. Votre satisfaction et vos bons mots à son égard sont une belle marque de confiance, et nous vous remercions sincèrement d’avoir pris le temps de les partager. L’équipe du Groupe Exl‑Or
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Daniel Olivier
il y a 2 semaines
Response from the owner:Merci beaucoup pour votre évaluation, M. Olivier. Nous sommes ravis de savoir que notre service de nettoyage vous a plu. L’équipe du Groupe Exl‑Or
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maxpb23
il y a 2 semaines
Très satisfait de la visite de Tristan pour le nettoyage de mon échangeur d’air, air climatisé et conduit de sécheuse. Il a été très gentil et a répondu à toutes nos questions. J’ai déjà fait affaire avec un compétiteur mais pour moi c’est Exlor maintenant, une grosse coche en haut des autres comparables que j’ai, en plus du prix plus abordable. Merci!
Response from the owner:Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire. Nous sommes ravis d’apprendre que votre expérience avec Tristan s’est déroulée avec autant de professionnalisme, de gentillesse et de clarté. Répondre aux questions, expliquer les étapes et offrir un nettoyage complet de l’échangeur d’air, de l’air climatisé et du conduit de sécheuse font partie de nos priorités afin que chaque client se sente en confiance et bien servi. Votre mention concernant votre expérience passée avec un compétiteur nous touche particulièrement. Savoir qu’Exl‑Or est désormais votre choix numéro un, grâce à un service plus complet, plus professionnel et à un prix plus abordable, est une belle marque de confiance. Merci encore d’avoir pris le temps de partager votre appréciation. L’équipe du Groupe Exl‑Or
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Nathalie Dion
il y a 2 semaines
Nous sommes entièrement satisfaits. M. Mikaël Fortier a su répondre à nos attentes et même plus, en nous donnant plusieurs informations que même le technicien en climatisation ne nous avait jamais communiquées. Merci beaucoup
Response from the owner:Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire, Mme Dion. Nous sommes ravis d’apprendre que votre expérience avec Mikael Fortier a été aussi complète et enrichissante. Son approche consiste non seulement à effectuer un travail professionnel, mais aussi à transmettre des informations utiles et concrètes afin que chaque client comprenne mieux son système. Le fait qu’il vous ait partagé des détails que même un technicien en climatisation ne vous avait jamais expliqués témoigne de son expertise et de son souci d’offrir un service réellement supérieur. Votre satisfaction est une belle marque de confiance et nous vous remercions sincèrement d’avoir pris le temps de la partager. L’équipe du Groupe Exl‑Or
— Grant available

Eligible for the Rénoclimat program.

The Québec government's Rénoclimat program offers up to $500 back on an eligible air exchanger. Note for 2026: replacing the exchanger alone usually isn't enough — the grant is part of a broader process (before/after energy assessment by a certified advisor, often combined with other measures). On request, we provide the invoice and unit specifications to support your application.

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Rénoclimat
up to $500
— Our method

An installation built to last, not just to pass inspection.

With 25 years in the field, we've seen it all — units that hold up and ones we have to replace after five years, installations that clean up in ten minutes and ones that are a real headache. We install with you in mind, but also the technician who'll come by in ten years.

Every installation is sized to your home — square footage, number of rooms, building airtightness — and cleanly connected to your existing network. We protect your floors during the work, clean up on the way out, and take the time to train the homeowner on using the wall control and maintaining the filters.

This diligence is why our installations are regularly still running after 18 years, with no major intervention.

— Financing & payment

Several ways to spread out the cost.

Our all-in $2,300 + tx replacement package covers the vast majority of residential cases. For more complex projects (new construction, duct network to redo, high-end model), a custom quote is prepared from the in-home visit — free of charge.

We accept payment by Interac e-Transfer and debit card. For larger projects, we offer a financing plan through Financeit — fast pre-approval, monthly payments tailored to your budget.

Once installed, consider periodic cleaning every 2-3 years to preserve your unit's warranty and performance.

— Condo & multi-unit

Condo or multi-unit package.

Does your condo need to replace several air exchangers? We offer bundled packages with progressive discounts based on the number of units. The more units in the project, the lower the per-unit price.

For eligible projects, condo boards can also apply to the Québec government's Rénoclimat program — we provide the invoices and specifications needed to support the file.

Several complementary services can be added to the installation, such as an annual exchanger maintenance contract.

— Frequently asked questions

Everything about air exchanger installation.

Can't find your answer? Call us at (418) 640-4090.

For a standard residential replacement, we offer an all-in package at $2,300 + tx — new exchanger, programmable wall control, up to 2 bathroom timers (same price if you have none) and installation by our qualified team. More complex projects (new construction, duct network to redo, high-end model) are quoted individually. The in-home visit is free and no-obligation.
For most Québec homes built before 2015, an HRV is more than enough — provided a condensate drain is accessible near the unit. For a recent, very airtight build (Novoclimat, LEED), if you suffer from air that's too dry in winter, or if no drain is available (typical in a condo or closet installation), an ERV is usually the better fit — it also recovers humidity and produces far less condensate. Our technician decides for you during the visit — free of charge.
For a replacement where the duct network already exists, expect roughly 4 to 6 hours. For a complete new installation with a distribution network to build, allow 1 to 2 days. In every case, we protect your floors and clean up on the way out.
A well-installed and maintained air exchanger typically lasts 15 to 20 years. The most important factor for reaching that lifespan: professional cleaning every 2 to 3 years and a filter change every 3 months. The manufacturer's parts warranty generally covers 5 years, and up to 10 years on some high-end models.
The Québec government's Rénoclimat program can refund up to $500 for an eligible air exchanger. Note for 2026: replacing the air exchanger alone usually isn't enough on its own — the grant is part of a broader process, with an energy assessment before and after the work by a certified advisor and, often, a combination of measures (insulation, air-sealing, etc.). For our part, we provide the invoice and technical specifications of the installed unit to support your application.
In most replacements, the existing ducts are kept. We adapt the new unit to the connections in place. If the network is in poor condition or poorly sized, we mention it explicitly in the quote — with two options to let you choose.
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— Complementary service

Once installed, think about maintenance.

A new air exchanger delivers full performance for 2 to 3 years. After that, professional cleaning becomes essential to preserve airflow, warranty and air quality. Our installation clients get a preferred rate on their first cleaning.

Trust Groupe Exl-Or with the installation of your air exchanger.