New builds, extensions and testing, Lothians
Airflow testing and commissioning in the Lothians
Calibrated flow-hood testing and commissioning sheets for fans, MEV and MVHR, across the Lothians.
- From £140 inc VAT per home
- Charged visit, price agreed first
Airflow testing measures how much air each fan or valve actually moves, using a calibrated flow hood, and records it against the required rates. It is how you prove a ventilation system works, and for new homes it is part of the building regulations.
Across the Lothians the job is priced the same way wherever you are: what is fitted, how long it takes and how far we travel. Towns we cover include Linlithgow, Livingston, Musselburgh, Bathgate and Bonnyrigg.
Airflow testing in the Lothians at a glance
- Area
- Lothians, Scotland
- Towns listed
- 13, largest Livingston
- Postcode districts
- EH33, EH47, EH48, EH40, EH42 and EH52
- Price region
- Scotland
- Survey
- Charged visit, price agreed first
How we do it
Testing is also useful outside new builds: it shows landlords and homeowners whether existing fans meet the rates, and it is the first step in rebalancing an MVHR system that no longer feels right.
Remedial advice
If a fan fails, we explain why and quote the fix.
MEV and dMEV commissioning
Trickle and boost rates measured and set.
MVHR commissioning
Supply and extract at every valve measured and balanced.
Guide prices in the Lothians
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Airflow testing and commissioning sheet for extract fans (up to 6 fans) (per home) | £140–£285 inc VAT |
| MVHR or MEV commissioning test, every terminal measured and recorded (per system) | £235–£380 inc VAT |
| Rebalance and recommission an existing MVHR system (per system) | £235–£425 inc VAT |
Scotland rates shown. Prices include VAT at 20%. The fixed price is confirmed in writing after we have seen the job.
Signs it is time to call us
- A landlord file needs proof of ventilation
- After rebalancing or extending a system
- Building control needs a commissioning sheet
Rules in Scotland
Scottish projects follow the Technical Handbooks (section 3, Environment) under the Building (Scotland) Regulations, usually with a building warrant. Extract and whole-home rates are designed to the Scottish standards and measured at handover.
How the job runs
- Book
- Measure
- Adjust
- Record
- Advise
Towns we cover in the Lothians
- Livingston
- Musselburgh
- Bathgate
- Bonnyrigg
- Penicuik
- Broxburn
- Mayfield
- Linlithgow
- Armadale
- Dalkeith
- Tranent
- Whitburn
- Dunbar
Questions about airflow testing and commissioning in the Lothians
Is the survey free in the Lothians?
This is a charged visit because it is servicing, testing or repair work. We tell you the cost before booking. Surveys for new installations on the UK mainland are free.
What happens if a fan fails the test?
We explain the likely cause, such as an undersized fan or a crushed duct, and quote to fix it. Many failures are cheap to put right.
How long does it take?
Most homes take under an hour; a full MVHR balance can take two to three hours.
Which rules apply to ventilation in the Lothians?
In Scotland, ventilation is covered by section 3 of the Building Standards Technical Handbooks. Private rented homes must meet the Repairing Standard, and workplaces must be ventilated under the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992.
Which towns in the Lothians do you cover?
All of the Lothians, including Linlithgow, Livingston, Musselburgh, Bathgate and Bonnyrigg. If your town is not listed, send the postcode and we will confirm.
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