MVHR servicing and filter changes in Lancashire

A Lancashire MVHR service takes one to two hours and ends with measured airflows, not just new filters.

We carry out MVHR servicing and filter changes across Lancashire, including Preston, Burnley, Blackburn, Blackpool and Rossendale. Prices use North West rates. This is a charged visit. We confirm the cost in writing before we book it.

MVHR servicing in Lancashire at a glance

Area: Lancashire
Towns listed: 29, largest Preston
Postcode districts: PR1, PR2, BB10, BB11, BB1 and BB2
Price region: North West
Survey: Charged visit, price agreed first

What the work involves

It is common for a system to go years without a filter change after the builder hands over. 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.

Fault finding

Noisy fans, error codes, condensate leaks and boost controls that stopped working.

Guide prices in Lancashire

MVHR servicing and filter changes guide prices in Lancashire
Work	Guide price
MVHR service: filters, unit and heat exchanger clean, airflow check (per visit)	£140–£235 inc VAT
Rebalance and recommission an existing MVHR system (per system)	£235–£425 inc VAT
MVHR or MEV commissioning test, every terminal measured and recorded (per system)	£235–£375 inc VAT

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

Common reasons people call

Condensation is back on windows that used to stay dry
Bathrooms take longer to clear after a shower
The unit is louder than it used to be

Rules in England

In England, ventilation is covered by Part F of the Building Regulations and its guidance, Approved Document F (2021 edition). For homes, it sets minimum extract rates such as 15 litres a second for a bathroom and 30 or 60 for a kitchen, and expects mechanical systems to be airflow-tested.

How the job runs

Book a visit
Strip and clean
Checks
Measure
Report

Towns we cover in Lancashire

Questions about MVHR servicing and filter changes in Lancashire

Are prices different in Lancashire?

Our guide prices are adjusted by region. In Lancashire we use North West rates, so MVHR service: filters, unit and heat exchanger clean, airflow check is typically £140 to £235 inc VAT per visit.

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.

Is the survey free in Lancashire?

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.

Which rules apply to ventilation in Lancashire?

In England, ventilation in new and altered homes is covered by Approved Document F of the Building Regulations. Landlords also have duties under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System, and workplaces must be ventilated under the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992.

We can also set up a yearly reminder so your Lancashire system is never left running on clogged filters.