Indoor air quality surveys in Scottish Borders

An indoor air quality survey measures how fresh and how damp the air in a building really is, over days rather than minutes. We place loggers that record CO2, humidity and temperature (and particulates in workplaces), then explain what the readings mean and what ventilation changes would help.

Our team is based in Great Barr, Birmingham, and we work throughout the Scottish Borders, from Hawick and Galashiels. This is a charged visit. We confirm the cost in writing before we book it.

Air quality surveys in the Scottish Borders at a glance

Area: Scottish Borders, Scotland
Towns listed: 2, largest Hawick
Postcode districts: TD1, TD4 and TD9
Price region: Scotland
Survey: Charged visit, price agreed first

What the work involves

CO2 is a practical indicator of whether a room is getting enough fresh air for the number of people in it: levels that climb steadily through a meeting or a night in a bedroom point to under-ventilation. Humidity readings show whether moisture is being removed or lingering long enough to cause condensation and mould. Surveys are useful before spending money: they show whether a problem is constant or happens at particular times, which rooms are worst, and whether an existing system is doing its job.

Home survey

Loggers in bedrooms, living areas and wet rooms for 7 days, with a written summary.

Workplace survey

CO2, humidity, temperature and particulates in offices, classrooms or meeting rooms.

Before and after

Readings taken before and after a ventilation upgrade to show the difference.

Guide prices in the Scottish Borders

Indoor air quality surveys guide prices in the Scottish Borders
Work	Guide price
Home air quality check: CO2, humidity and temperature logged for 7 days (per home)	£140–£235 inc VAT
Workplace air quality survey: CO2, PM2.5, humidity, 7 days logged, written report (per survey)	£475–£1,150 + VAT

These ranges use our Scotland rates. Home prices include VAT at 20%; business prices exclude VAT. You get a fixed written price before any work is booked.

Common reasons people call

Staff complaints about stuffiness
A new ventilation system that does not feel right
A bedroom that feels stale in the morning

Rules in Scotland

In Scotland, ventilation is covered by the Building (Scotland) Regulations and section 3 of the Technical Handbooks, and most building work needs a building warrant first. Scottish employers also have the Workplace Regulations 1992 duty to provide effective ventilation.

How the job runs

Plan
Place loggers
Log
Analyse
Report

Towns we cover in the Scottish Borders

Questions about indoor air quality surveys in the Scottish Borders

Are prices different in the Scottish Borders?

Our guide prices are adjusted by region. In the Scottish Borders we use Scotland rates, so home air quality check: CO2, humidity and temperature logged for 7 days is typically £140 to £235 inc VAT per home.

How much does an air quality survey cost?

A home survey costs £145 to £245 including VAT, and a workplace survey £495 to £1,195 excluding VAT, depending on the number of rooms.

How long do the loggers stay?

Usually around 7 days, so the readings cover normal weekday and weekend use.

Is the survey free in the Scottish Borders?

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 the Scottish Borders?

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.

Indoor air quality surveys in the Scottish Borders