Luton, Bedfordshire
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Luton
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Luton and LU1, LU2 and LU3.
- From £825 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
For a typical Luton semi or terrace, a loft PIV unit is often the quickest way to dry the house out.
We cover Luton and the surrounding LU1, LU2 and LU3 postcodes as part of our work across Bedfordshire. Surveys for new installations are free on the UK mainland, with a written quote afterwards.
PIV in Luton at a glance
- Town
- Luton, Bedfordshire
- Postcode districts
- LU1, LU2 and LU3
- Nearby
- Dunstable (4 miles), Harpenden (5 miles) and Hitchin (7 miles)
- Price region
- East of England
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
How we approach PIV in Luton
PIV works well in houses and flats with general condensation on windows and cold walls. It does not replace extract fans: kitchens and bathrooms still need their own extract to remove steam at source.
Heated PIV
A heater module tempers the incoming air in cold weather. Useful in homes where people feel draughts.
Wall-mounted PIV for flats
Draws air from outside through an outside wall. Suits flats and homes with no loft space.
Guide prices in Luton
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £825–£1,475 inc VAT |
| Wall-mounted PIV unit for a flat (core drilled through an outside wall) (per flat) | £1,050–£1,775 inc VAT |
| Heater module or heated PIV unit (extra over a standard unit) (extra) | £150–£310 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.
When to get it looked at
- Streaming windows on most mornings in winter
- Black mould on window reveals and in corners of bedrooms
- Musty smell in wardrobes or behind furniture
Rules that apply in England
English building work follows Approved Document F (2021 edition) for ventilation rates, installation and commissioning. 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.
Questions from Luton
Is the survey free in Luton?
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 PIV be fitted in a flat?
Yes. Flats without loft space use a wall-mounted PIV unit that draws air from outside through an outside wall.
How long does PIV installation take?
A loft unit is normally fitted in two to four hours, including the diffuser and electrical connection.
How do I get a price for a PIV unit in Luton?
Use the guide price tool, the form on this page, live chat, WhatsApp or call 0800 088 6341. A postcode and a couple of photos help us give you a useful answer first time.
What area around Luton do you work in?
All of Bedfordshire. Near Luton that includes Dunstable, Harpenden, Hitchin and Codicote.
Book a free Luton survey and we will say honestly whether PIV, extract fans or both are needed.
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