Ellon, Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Ellon
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Ellon and AB41.
- From £775 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
If your Ellon flat has no loft, a wall-mounted PIV unit does the same job through an outside wall.
For positive input ventilation (PIV) in Ellon, send us the postcode, a few photos and a rough idea of the rooms involved. We will tell you what we would fit and roughly what it costs before arranging a visit.
PIV in Ellon at a glance
- Town
- Ellon, Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
- Postcode districts
- AB41
- Nearby
- Inverurie (13 miles), Peterhead (14 miles) and Aberdeen (15 miles)
- Price region
- Scotland
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
How we approach PIV in Ellon
Flats without a loft use a wall-mounted unit that draws air from outside through a cored hole. PIV works well in houses and flats with general condensation on windows and cold walls.
Wall-mounted PIV for flats
Draws air from outside through an outside wall. Suits flats and homes with no loft space.
PIV with fan upgrades
PIV plus humidity-controlled extract fans in the kitchen and bathroom for the most stubborn condensation.
Guide prices in Ellon
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £775–£1,350 inc VAT |
| Wall-mounted PIV unit for a flat (core drilled through an outside wall) (per flat) | £950–£1,625 inc VAT |
| Heater module or heated PIV unit (extra over a standard unit) (extra) | £140–£285 inc VAT |
These ranges use our Scotland rates. Prices include VAT at 20%. You get a fixed written price before any work is booked.
Signs it is time to call us
- Black mould on window reveals and in corners of bedrooms
- Musty smell in wardrobes or behind furniture
- The house feels stuffy and damp rather than cold
Rules that apply in Scotland
Scottish projects follow the Technical Handbooks (section 3, Environment) under the Building (Scotland) Regulations, usually with a building warrant. Extract and whole-home rates are designed to the Scottish standards and measured at handover.
Questions from Ellon
What area around Ellon do you work in?
All of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. Near Ellon that includes Inverurie, Peterhead, Aberdeen and Westhill.
How long does PIV installation take?
A loft unit is normally fitted in two to four hours, including the diffuser and electrical connection.
How much does PIV cost to install?
A loft-mounted PIV unit usually costs £795 to £1,395 including VAT supplied and fitted, and £995 to £1,695 for a wall-mounted unit in a flat. A heater module adds around £145 to £295.
Do you cover Ellon and nearby?
Yes. We cover Ellon and nearby places including Inverurie, Peterhead, Aberdeen and Westhill. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
What is the price of a PIV unit in Ellon?
Guide prices for Ellon use Scotland rates: positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted is typically £775 to £1,350 inc VAT per home. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.
Get a PIV guide price for your Ellon home online, then confirm it on a free survey.
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