Basildon, Essex
Condensation and mould ventilation fixes in Basildon
We find why the house is wet and fix the ventilation, rather than painting over mould. Covering Basildon and SS13, SS14, SS15 and SS16.
- From £465 inc VAT per fan
- Free survey
We survey Basildon homes for condensation with meters, not guesswork, and explain what we find.
Basildon is about 121 miles from our base in Great Barr, Birmingham. We book Basildon visits by appointment and confirm the date in writing. We survey first, free of charge for new installations on the mainland, then send a fixed written quote.
Condensation and mould fixes in Basildon at a glance
- Town
- Basildon, Essex
- Postcode districts
- SS13, SS14, SS15 and SS16
- Nearby
- Pitsea (2 miles), Stanford-le-Hope (3 miles) and Wickford (4 miles)
- Price region
- East of England
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
Condensation and mould fixes for Basildon homes
Heating patterns, insulation gaps and cold bridges matter too, and some damp is not condensation at all: leaks, penetrating damp and rising damp need different trades. We tell you if that is what we find rather than selling a fan that will not help.
Whole-home ventilation
PIV, continuous extract or MVHR where moisture is spread through the house.
Mould treatment advice
How to clean and treat affected areas once the cause is fixed.
Guide prices in Basildon
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Condensation and mould ventilation survey with written findings (per home) | £130–£235 inc VAT |
| New ducted fan to outside through the loft or ceiling (insulated duct, roof or soffit outlet) (per fan) | £465–£775 inc VAT |
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £825–£1,475 inc VAT |
East of England rates shown. Prices include VAT at 20%. The fixed price is confirmed in writing after we have seen the job.
Common reasons people call
- Someone in the home with asthma or allergies made worse by damp
- Black mould on window reveals, ceilings or behind furniture
- Water running down windows on cold mornings
Rules that apply in England
In England, ventilation is covered by Part F of the Building Regulations and its guidance, Approved Document F (2021 edition). Damp and mould is assessed as a hazard under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System in England.
Questions from Basildon
Do you cover Basildon and nearby?
Yes. We cover Basildon and nearby places including Pitsea, Stanford-le-Hope, Wickford and Billericay. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
Can you tell if it is rising damp?
We can tell you when the pattern does not look like condensation, such as a tide mark low on a wall or damp that appears after rain, and point you to the right specialist.
What is the main cause of condensation in a house?
The main cause is moisture from everyday living, such as showers, cooking and drying clothes, that is not being extracted, combined with cold surfaces where it condenses. Poor or failed extract fans are a very common cause.
What is the price of a condensation fix in Basildon?
Guide prices for Basildon use East of England rates: new ducted fan to outside through the loft or ceiling (insulated duct, roof or soffit outlet) is typically £465 to £775 inc VAT per fan. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.
Is the survey free in Basildon?
For new installations on the UK mainland, yes. The survey is free and the quote that follows is fixed and in writing. Servicing, testing and repair visits are charged, and we confirm the cost before booking.
Book a condensation survey in Basildon and get a written list of causes and fixes.
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