Ventilation for landlords and letting agents in Dumfries and Galloway

Between tenancies is the best time to fix ventilation in a Dumfries and Galloway rental, but we work around tenants too.

Dumfries and Galloway has every kind of building, from old terraces to new estates and business parks, and every job is designed around the building in front of us, not a standard kit.

Landlords in Dumfries and Galloway at a glance

Area: Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland
Towns listed: 2, largest Dumfries
Postcode districts: DG9, DG1 and DG2
Price region: Scotland
Survey: Free survey (UK mainland)

How we do it

We work with individual landlords, portfolio landlords, HMO owners and letting agents. Jobs can be booked between tenancies or arranged with tenants in occupation, and every visit ends with photos and airflow readings you can keep on file.

Fan upgrade per room

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

Rental package

A PIV unit plus two humidity fans: a typical fix for a damp 2 to 3 bed rental.

HMO ventilation

Extract for every kitchen and shower room, often with continuous fans tenants cannot switch off.

Guide prices in Dumfries and Galloway

Ventilation for landlords and letting agents guide prices in Dumfries and Galloway
Work	Guide price
Rental upgrade: PIV unit plus two humidity-controlled extract fans (typical 2 to 3 bed) (per property)	£1,425–£2,575 inc VAT
Condensation and mould ventilation survey with written findings (per home)	£120–£215 inc VAT
Like-for-like extractor fan replacement (existing duct and wiring) (per fan)	£170–£285 inc VAT
Continuous-running extract fan (dMEV) with humidity boost, flow tested (per fan)	£330–£575 inc VAT

Scotland rates shown. Prices include VAT at 20%. The fixed price is confirmed in writing after we have seen the job.

Signs it is time to call us

You manage HMOs with many shower rooms and kitchens
A tenant has reported damp or mould
Mould keeps returning between tenancies

Rules in Scotland

Scottish projects follow the Technical Handbooks (section 3, Environment) under the Building (Scotland) Regulations, usually with a building warrant. In Scotland, landlords are expected to keep homes free from serious damp under their repairing duties.

How the job runs

Instruction
Survey
Quote
Install
Records

Towns we cover in Dumfries and Galloway

Questions about ventilation for landlords and letting agents in Dumfries and Galloway

Are prices different in Dumfries and Galloway?

Our guide prices are adjusted by region. In Dumfries and Galloway we use Scotland rates, so rental upgrade: PIV unit plus two humidity-controlled extract fans (typical 2 to 3 bed) is typically £1,425 to £2,575 inc VAT per property.

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.

Is the survey free in Dumfries and Galloway?

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.

Which rules apply to ventilation in Dumfries and Galloway?

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.

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