Unveiled: The Financial Implications of Adequate Indoor Beer Brewing Exhaust Systems.
In the thriving brewing community, knowledge and experience are shared to help fellow enthusiasts improve their craft. One such individual is Ryan Oxton, the Market Development Manager at Spike, who recently shared the costs, process, and photos of his vent hood installation for his home brewing system.
Ryan, known for guiding aspiring homebrewers and working with breweries as they upgrade their operations, installed a vent hood setup for his system at Old Standby Brewing in Salem, Oregon. The installation was aimed at remedying the moisture problem commonly found in home breweries, which can lead to mold and mildew if not addressed.
The typical cost for vent hood installation for a home brewing system, like Ryan's, is generally influenced by both the hood unit itself and installation expenses. The price for a range hood unit suitable for substantial ventilation needs, such as in a home brewing setup, typically ranges from $650 to $2,100 for residential-grade hoods. For example, premium hoods like those from Broan or KitchenAid come with features capable of venting high BTU outputs that would be required for brewing systems.
In Ryan's case, the self-installed vent hood setup cost approximately $1,130, including a Canarm 12" light industrial 3-stage fan with weather hood ($220), a custom sheet-metal hood ($240), and FRP paneling and adhesive ($170).
If a professional installation is cost-prohibitive, DIY solutions may be considered to save on costs. Cost-effective accessories like steam condenser lids can help with ventilation without the hassle of a full installation. However, it's important to ensure proper ventilation in a brewery to keep the moisture off walls and in the beer, as moisture buildup can cause mold and mildew.
Installation costs may vary depending on factors such as connection to existing ducts, electrical wiring, and possibly gas line modifications if applicable. Standard outdoor kitchen installations, which include range hoods, estimate electrical wiring costs at $4 to $9 per square foot, and vent or gas line installations can add $12 to $25 per linear foot respectively. Additional costs might include labor charges for mounting and integrating the hood with brewing equipment, which typically run between $50 to $130 per hour for electricians or specialist installers.
Given these factors, a complete vent hood installation for a home brewing system like Ryan's would likely fall in the range of $1,000 to $3,000 or more, depending heavily on the size and power of the hood required, complexity of installation, and local labor rates.
Ryan's vent hood setup pulls exhaust and steam up through an exterior wall, releasing it outside, keeping the space dry. For those interested in learning more about Ryan's vent hood installation, his email is info@our website.
When he's not helping others in the brewing community, Ryan enjoys spending time with family and playing golf in his free time.
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- Given his experience in the brewing community and home-and-garden realm, Ryan Oxton, the Market Development Manager at Spike, has embraced a lifestyle that includes not only guiding aspiring homebrewers but also working with breweries as they upgrade their technology.
- When looking into improving the ventilation system in a home brewery, one might consider the cost-effective technology options, such as DIY steam condenser lids, in order to provide adequate ventilation while keeping costs within budget, as demonstrated by Ryan's home-and-garden project.
