Unveiling the Financial Implications of Effective Indoor Brewing Exhaust Systems.
Date: July 11, 2020
Ryan Oxton, the Market Development Manager at Spike and the owner of Old Standby Brewing in Salem, Oregon, has shared the details and costs of his vent hood installation for electric brewing at home. The total cost for the installation came to approximately $10,000.
This figure includes all necessary ventilation and fire safety requirements for a home brewery setup. Ryan's shared cost estimate aligns with general commercial or custom kitchen ventilation installation expenses, which can range from several thousand dollars depending on complexity and code requirements.
The setup, which was self-installed by Ryan, includes a Canarm 12" light industrial 3-stage fan with weather hood. The custom sheet-metal hood cost $240, while the cost for FRP paneling and adhesive was $170. The vent hood pulls exhaust and steam up through an exterior wall and releases it outside, keeping the space dry and preventing moisture buildup issues.
Without proper ventilation, moisture buildup can occur on the ceiling and walls, potentially leading to mold and mildew. This is a common issue with electric brewing, given the production of steam. Ryan advises homebrewers to consider a vent hood installation to remedy the problem.
Ryan Oxton is not only a homebrewer but also works with aspiring homebrewers and breweries for system setup and upgrades. He can be contacted via email at info@our website.
Homebrewers often set up electric systems in their basements and turn them into taprooms. Ryan enjoys spending time with family and playing golf in his free time. He recently posted an article about electric brewing. Special thanks to Ryan for sharing the details and photos of his vent hood installation.
- Ryan Oxton, who is known for his homebrewing setup and taproom in the basement, advocates for a vent hood installation in home-and-garden settings, as it prevents moisture buildup, a common issue with electric brewing, and aligns with technology-driven custom kitchen ventilation systems.
- As both a homebrewer and a Market Development Manager at Spike, Ryan Oxton's lifestyle encompasses not only brew day activities but also working with aspiring homebrewers and breweries, offering his expertise in system setup and upgrades, much like the integration of home-and-garden technology into his own brewery.
