Ventilation for landlords and letting agents in Beckenham

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

For ventilation for landlords and letting agents in Beckenham, 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 Beckenham at a glance

Town: Beckenham, Greater London
Postcode districts: BR3, SE20 and SE26
Nearby: Perry Vale (2 miles), South Norwood (2 miles) and Shirley (2 miles)
Price region: London
Survey: Free survey (UK mainland)

Landlord ventilation for Beckenham properties

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.

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 Beckenham

Ventilation for landlords and letting agents guide prices in Beckenham
Work	Guide price
Like-for-like extractor fan replacement (existing duct and wiring) (per fan)	£210–£355 inc VAT
Continuous-running extract fan (dMEV) with humidity boost, flow tested (per fan)	£415–£725 inc VAT
Rental upgrade: PIV unit plus two humidity-controlled extract fans (typical 2 to 3 bed) (per property)	£1,800–£3,225 inc VAT

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

Common reasons people call

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. 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 Beckenham

What area around Beckenham do you work in?

All of Greater London. Near Beckenham that includes Perry Vale, South Norwood, Shirley and Crystal Palace.

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.

Does Awaab's Law apply to private landlords?

Awaab's Law currently applies to social landlords in England. The Renters' Rights Act provides for similar requirements to apply to private rented homes later; dates are set by government.

Do you cover Beckenham and nearby?

Yes. We cover Beckenham and nearby places including Perry Vale, South Norwood, Shirley and Crystal Palace. Send your postcode and we will confirm.

What is the price of landlord ventilation work in Beckenham?

Guide prices for Beckenham use London rates: rental upgrade: PIV unit plus two humidity-controlled extract fans (typical 2 to 3 bed) is typically £1,800 to £3,225 inc VAT per property. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.

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