Hitchin, Hertfordshire
Ventilation for landlords and letting agents in Hitchin
Tested fans and PIV for rental homes and HMOs, with records for your property file. Covering Hitchin and SG4, SG5 and SG6.
- From £1,575 inc VAT per property
- Free survey
Between tenancies is the best time to fix ventilation in a Hitchin rental, but we work around tenants too.
Whether the property is in the middle of Hitchin or one of the villages around it, the process is the same: a look at the building, a written price, then fitting and testing on the agreed day.
Landlord ventilation in Hitchin at a glance
- Town
- Hitchin, Hertfordshire
- Postcode districts
- SG4, SG5 and SG6
- Nearby
- Letchworth Garden City (3 miles), Stevenage (5 miles) and Baldock (5 miles)
- Price region
- East of England
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
How we approach landlord ventilation in Hitchin
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.
Guide prices in Hitchin
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| 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) | £1,575–£2,825 inc VAT |
| Condensation and mould ventilation survey with written findings (per home) | £130–£235 inc VAT |
These ranges use our East of England rates. Prices include VAT at 20%. You get a fixed written price before any work is booked.
Common reasons people call
- A council officer or agent has raised a damp hazard
- Fans in the property are switched off, broken or vent into the loft
- You are refurbishing between tenants
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 Hitchin
Is the survey free in Hitchin?
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 Hitchin?
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 Hitchin do you work in?
All of Hertfordshire. Near Hitchin that includes Letchworth Garden City, Stevenage, Baldock and Henlow.
Most Hitchin rental upgrades are finished in a single visit.
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