Ventilation for landlords and letting agents in Consett

Letting agents in Consett can book us to deal with damp reports and get photos and readings for the file.

Customers in Consett can get a guide price online in a couple of minutes. It uses North East rates, which is what we would charge for the same job anywhere in County Durham. The survey is free for new installations on the UK mainland, and the quote that follows is fixed and in writing.

Landlord ventilation in Consett at a glance

Town: Consett, County Durham
Postcode districts: DH8, DH9 and NE17
Nearby: Annfield Plain (4 miles), Stanley (5 miles) and Prudhoe (8 miles)
Price region: North East
Survey: Free survey (UK mainland)

How we approach landlord ventilation in Consett

Awaab's Law already sets strict timescales for social landlords, and the Renters' Rights Act provides for similar duties to be extended to private renting. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own standards, but the practical answer is the same: moisture has to be extracted.

Portfolio programmes

Multiple properties surveyed and upgraded to one standard, with a report per address.

Fan upgrade per room

Humidity-controlled or continuous fans in kitchens and bathrooms, ducted to outside.

Guide prices in Consett

Ventilation for landlords and letting agents guide prices in Consett
Work	Guide price
Like-for-like extractor fan replacement (existing duct and wiring) (per fan)	£160–£270 inc VAT
Continuous-running extract fan (dMEV) with humidity boost, flow tested (per fan)	£315–£550 inc VAT
Rental upgrade: PIV unit plus two humidity-controlled extract fans (typical 2 to 3 bed) (per property)	£1,375–£2,475 inc VAT

Guide prices using North East rates. Prices include VAT at 20%. A guide price is not a quote: we confirm a fixed price in writing first.

Signs it is time to call us

Mould keeps returning between tenancies
A council officer or agent has raised a damp hazard
Fans in the property are switched off, broken or vent into the loft

Rules that apply in England

English building work follows Approved Document F (2021 edition) for ventilation rates, installation and commissioning. Damp and mould is assessed as a hazard under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System in England.

Questions from Consett

Is the survey free in Consett?

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.

Is a landlord responsible for condensation and mould?

A landlord is responsible for the condition of the property, including adequate ventilation and heating, and serious damp and mould can be a hazard under housing law. Tenants also have to use the home reasonably, but ventilation that works without effort removes most disputes.

What is the best ventilation for a rental property?

For most rentals, humidity-controlled or continuous extract fans in the wet rooms plus a PIV unit gives reliable results that tenants cannot easily switch off. It typically costs £1,495 to £2,695 including VAT for a 2 to 3 bed home.

How do I get a price for landlord ventilation work in Consett?

Use the guide price tool, the form on this page, live chat, WhatsApp or call 0800 088 6341. A postcode and a couple of photos help us give you a useful answer first time.

What area around Consett do you work in?

All of County Durham. Near Consett that includes Annfield Plain, Stanley, Prudhoe and Whickham.

Send the address and tenant contact and we will arrange a Consett survey.