Ventilation for landlords and letting agents in Christchurch

If you manage HMOs in Christchurch, continuous extract in every shower room and kitchen means tenants cannot switch the ventilation off.

For ventilation for landlords and letting agents in Christchurch, send us the postcode, a few photos and a rough idea of the rooms involved. We will tell you what we would fit and roughly what it costs before arranging a visit.

Landlord ventilation in Christchurch at a glance

Town: Christchurch, Dorset
Postcode districts: BH6, BH7 and BH23
Nearby: Bournemouth (4 miles), New Milton (5 miles) and Ferndown (7 miles)
Price region: South West
Survey: Free survey (UK mainland)

What the work involves

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 Christchurch

Ventilation for landlords and letting agents guide prices in Christchurch
Work	Guide price
Like-for-like extractor fan replacement (existing duct and wiring) (per fan)	£180–£305 inc VAT
Continuous-running extract fan (dMEV) with humidity boost, flow tested (per fan)	£360–£625 inc VAT
Rental upgrade: PIV unit plus two humidity-controlled extract fans (typical 2 to 3 bed) (per property)	£1,550–£2,800 inc VAT

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

When to get it looked at

You are refurbishing between tenants
You manage HMOs with many shower rooms and kitchens
A tenant has reported damp or mould

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). Serious damp and mould is a hazard under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System, and social landlords now have fixed timescales under Awaab's Law.

Questions from Christchurch

What is the price of landlord ventilation work in Christchurch?

Guide prices for Christchurch use South West rates: rental upgrade: PIV unit plus two humidity-controlled extract fans (typical 2 to 3 bed) is typically £1,550 to £2,800 inc VAT per property. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.

Do you give landlords paperwork?

Every job comes with photos, product details and measured airflow, so you can show what was done and when.

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.

Is the survey free in Christchurch?

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.

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

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.

Ask for a portfolio price if you have several properties in and around Christchurch.