Southend-on-Sea, Essex
MVHR servicing and filter changes in Southend-on-Sea
Annual service, filters, heat exchanger clean and a measured airflow check for existing MVHR. Covering Southend-on-Sea and SS0, SS1 and SS2.
- From £150 inc VAT per visit
- Charged visit, price agreed first
Many Southend-on-Sea new builds have MVHR in the loft that nobody told the owners how to look after.
Southend-on-Sea is about 132 miles from our base in Great Barr, Birmingham. We book Southend-on-Sea visits by appointment and confirm the date in writing. Visits for this work are charged, with the price agreed before we arrive.
MVHR servicing in Southend-on-Sea at a glance
- Town
- Southend-on-Sea, Essex
- Postcode districts
- SS0, SS1 and SS2
- Nearby
- Rochford (3 miles), Hadleigh (5 miles) and Rayleigh (6 miles)
- Price region
- East of England
- Survey
- Charged visit, price agreed first
How we approach MVHR servicing in Southend-on-Sea
A service puts that right. We work on most makes of MVHR unit and can supply filters for future changes, so you can do the in-between swaps yourself if you would rather.
Rebalance and recommission
Every valve measured and set again to the design rates, with a new commissioning sheet. Useful after building work or if rooms feel stuffy.
Filter supply
The right filters for your unit, ready to change yourself between visits.
Guide prices in Southend-on-Sea
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| MVHR service: filters, unit and heat exchanger clean, airflow check (per visit) | £150–£255 inc VAT |
| Rebalance and recommission an existing MVHR system (per system) | £255–£465 inc VAT |
| MVHR or MEV commissioning test, every terminal measured and recorded (per system) | £255–£415 inc VAT |
Guide prices using East of England rates. Prices include VAT at 20%. A guide price is not a quote: we confirm a fixed price in writing first.
Common reasons people call
- The unit is louder than it used to be
- You have moved into a new build and nobody has serviced it
- Water dripping from the unit or ducts
Rules that apply in England
English building work follows Approved Document F (2021 edition) for ventilation rates, installation and commissioning. It sets extract rates for kitchens, bathrooms and utilities and asks for mechanical ventilation to be commissioned and recorded.
Questions from Southend-on-Sea
Do you cover Southend-on-Sea and nearby?
Yes. We cover Southend-on-Sea and nearby places including Rochford, Hadleigh, Rayleigh and Canvey Island. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
How much does an MVHR service cost?
An MVHR service usually costs £145 to £245 including VAT, depending on the unit and how easy it is to reach. Filters are included for most common units; rebalancing every valve is priced separately at £245 to £445.
How often should MVHR filters be changed?
Most manufacturers recommend changing MVHR filters every 6 to 12 months, and more often near busy roads or building sites. A full service once a year is a sensible minimum.
What is the price of an MVHR service in Southend-on-Sea?
Guide prices for Southend-on-Sea use East of England rates: MVHR service: filters, unit and heat exchanger clean, airflow check is typically £150 to £255 inc VAT per visit. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.
Is the survey free in Southend-on-Sea?
This is a charged visit because it is servicing, testing or repair work. We tell you the cost before booking. Surveys for new installations on the UK mainland are free.
Ask about filter supply when you book your Southend-on-Sea service, so you can do the in-between changes yourself.
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