New builds, extensions and testing, Edinburgh
Ventilation for new builds, extensions and lofts in Edinburgh
Ventilation designs, MVHR or extract installs and the commissioning paperwork building control needs, across Edinburgh.
- From £4,750 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
New homes, extensions and loft conversions need ventilation that meets the building regulations and is tested before sign-off. We design the system, install it at the right stage of the build, measure the airflows and provide the commissioning information building control asks for.
Edinburgh has every kind of building, from old terraces to new estates and business parks, and every job is designed around the building in front of us, not a standard kit.
New builds & extensions in Edinburgh at a glance
- Area
- Edinburgh, Scotland
- Towns listed
- 1, largest Edinburgh
- Postcode districts
- EH1 and EH2
- Price region
- Scotland
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
What the work involves
We work for self-builders, small developers, builders and architects. Fitting ducts at first fix is far cheaper than retrofitting, so it pays to involve us before the ceilings go up.
Commissioning only
Testing and paperwork for systems installed by others.
MVHR for new builds
Design, first fix, second fix and commissioning for whole-home heat recovery.
MEV or dMEV
Continuous extract systems where MVHR is not specified.
Guide prices in Edinburgh
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| MVHR in a new build or full renovation (fitted at first fix), 3 to 4 bedrooms (per home) | £4,750–£7,650 inc VAT |
| Continuous-running extract fan (dMEV) with humidity boost, flow tested (per fan) | £330–£575 inc VAT |
| Airflow testing and commissioning sheet for extract fans (up to 6 fans) (per home) | £140–£285 inc VAT |
| MVHR or MEV commissioning test, every terminal measured and recorded (per system) | £235–£380 inc VAT |
These ranges use our Scotland rates. Prices include VAT at 20%. You get a fixed written price before any work is booked.
Common reasons people call
- Building control has asked for a ventilation strategy or commissioning sheet
- Your SAP assessor has assumed a particular ventilation system
- You are adding a bathroom or kitchen in an extension or loft
Rules in Scotland
In Scotland, ventilation is covered by the Building (Scotland) Regulations and section 3 of the Technical Handbooks, and most building work needs a building warrant first. We work to the Scottish ventilation standards and record the airflow achieved.
How the job runs
- Drawings
- Design
- First fix
- Second fix
- Commission
Towns we cover in Edinburgh
Questions about ventilation for new builds, extensions and lofts in Edinburgh
Is the survey free in Edinburgh?
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.
Can you just test a system someone else installed?
Yes. We can commission and test systems installed by others, and report any issues we find.
Do loft conversions need ventilation?
Yes. New bedrooms need background ventilation, and a new en-suite or bathroom needs extract to outside.
Which rules apply to ventilation in Edinburgh?
In Scotland, ventilation is covered by section 3 of the Building Standards Technical Handbooks. Private rented homes must meet the Repairing Standard, and workplaces must be ventilated under the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992.
Which towns in Edinburgh do you cover?
All of Edinburgh, including Edinburgh. If your town is not listed, send the postcode and we will confirm.
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