Ventilation for landlords and letting agents in Washington

For Washington rentals, we fit ventilation that tenants cannot switch off and forget.

Whether the property is in the middle of Washington 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 Washington at a glance

Town: Washington, Tyne and Wear
Postcode districts: DH3, NE37 and NE38
Nearby: Chester-le-Street (4 miles), The Boldons (4 miles) and Felling (4 miles)
Price region: North East
Survey: Free survey (UK mainland)

What the work involves

In England, damp and mould is one of the hazards assessed under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System, and councils can take enforcement action. 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.

HMO ventilation

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

Portfolio programmes

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

Guide prices in Washington

Ventilation for landlords and letting agents guide prices in Washington
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

These ranges use our North East rates. Prices include VAT at 20%. You get a fixed written price before any work is booked.

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

In England, ventilation is covered by Part F of the Building Regulations and its guidance, Approved Document F (2021 edition). Damp and mould is assessed as a hazard under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System in England.

Questions from Washington

What area around Washington do you work in?

All of Tyne and Wear. Near Washington that includes Chester-le-Street, The Boldons, Felling and Houghton-le-Spring.

Can you work with my letting agent?

Yes. We can take instructions from your agent, arrange tenant access, and send photos and reports to both of you.

Can work be done with tenants living there?

Yes. Most fan and PIV jobs are done in a few hours with tenants at home, and we clear up as we go.

Do you cover Washington and nearby?

Yes. We cover Washington and nearby places including Chester-le-Street, The Boldons, Felling and Houghton-le-Spring. Send your postcode and we will confirm.

What is the price of landlord ventilation work in Washington?

Guide prices for Washington use North East rates: rental upgrade: PIV unit plus two humidity-controlled extract fans (typical 2 to 3 bed) is typically £1,375 to £2,475 inc VAT per property. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.

Book a survey in Washington and get a fixed price per property.