New builds, extensions and testing, South Glamorgan
Airflow testing and commissioning in South Glamorgan
Calibrated flow-hood testing and commissioning sheets for fans, MEV and MVHR, across South Glamorgan.
- 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.
If you are anywhere in South Glamorgan, send the postcode and a few photos and we will tell you what we would recommend. Towns we cover include Rhiwbina, Cardiff, Barry, Penarth and Llantwit Major.
Airflow testing in South Glamorgan at a glance
- Area
- South Glamorgan, Wales
- Towns listed
- 6, largest Cardiff
- Postcode districts
- CF15, CF10, CF11, CF62, CF63 and CF10
- Price region
- Wales
- 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.
Extract fan tests
Each fan measured and compared with the Part F rate for the room.
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 South Glamorgan
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Airflow testing and commissioning sheet for extract fans (up to 6 fans) (per home) | £140–£280 inc VAT |
| MVHR or MEV commissioning test, every terminal measured and recorded (per system) | £235–£375 inc VAT |
| Rebalance and recommission an existing MVHR system (per system) | £235–£425 inc VAT |
Wales rates shown. Prices include VAT at 20%. The fixed price is confirmed in writing after we have seen the job.
Common reasons people call
- You are selling a new build and the paperwork is missing
- Fans seem weak and you want evidence
- After MVHR or MEV installation by another company
Rules in Wales
In Wales, ventilation follows the Welsh Approved Document F rather than the English version, with building control checking notifiable work. Extract rates and commissioning are checked against the Welsh guidance on every job.
How the job runs
- Book
- Measure
- Adjust
- Record
- Advise
Towns we cover in South Glamorgan
Questions about airflow testing and commissioning in South Glamorgan
Are prices different in South Glamorgan?
Our guide prices are adjusted by region. In South Glamorgan we use Wales rates, so airflow testing and commissioning sheet for extract fans (up to 6 fans) is typically £140 to £280 inc VAT per home.
What equipment is used?
A flow hood that fits over the fan or valve and measures airflow in litres a second, calibrated within the last 12 months.
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.
Is the survey free in South Glamorgan?
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.
Which rules apply to ventilation in South Glamorgan?
In Wales, the Welsh Government's own Approved Document F (2022 edition) applies to ventilation in homes, with a new edition taking effect on 4 March 2027. Rented homes must be fit for human habitation under the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016, and workplaces must be ventilated under the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992.
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