Poynton, Cheshire
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Poynton
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Poynton and SK2, SK7 and SK12.
- From £750 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
PIV is often a good fix for Poynton homes with condensation on every window.
Work in Poynton follows the rules for England and finishes with a written record of what was fitted and how it was set up.
PIV in Poynton at a glance
- Town
- Poynton, Cheshire
- Postcode districts
- SK2, SK7 and SK12
- Nearby
- Bramhall (2 miles), Hazel Grove (2 miles) and Cheadle Hulme (4 miles)
- Price region
- North West
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
How we approach PIV in Poynton
Many units have a temperature sensor that reduces the flow or switches to a heater module on cold days, so the incoming air does not feel like a draught. Flats without a loft use a wall-mounted unit that draws air from outside through a cored hole.
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 Poynton
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £750–£1,325 inc VAT |
| Wall-mounted PIV unit for a flat (core drilled through an outside wall) (per flat) | £950–£1,600 inc VAT |
| Heater module or heated PIV unit (extra over a standard unit) (extra) | £140–£280 inc VAT |
North West rates shown. Prices include VAT at 20%. The fixed price is confirmed in writing after we have seen the job.
Signs it is time to call us
- 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
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.
Questions from Poynton
What area around Poynton do you work in?
All of Cheshire. Near Poynton that includes Bramhall, Hazel Grove, Cheadle Hulme and Marple.
Does PIV really stop condensation?
PIV reduces condensation in most homes because it dilutes moist air and keeps it moving, but it works best alongside working extract fans in the kitchen and bathroom. Leaks, rising damp or a cold bridge need fixing separately.
How much does PIV cost to run?
A standard PIV unit uses very little electricity, comparable to a low-energy light bulb on normal speed. A heated unit costs more in cold spells because the heater switches on when loft air is cold.
Do you cover Poynton and nearby?
Yes. We cover Poynton and nearby places including Bramhall, Hazel Grove, Cheadle Hulme and Marple. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
What is the price of a PIV unit in Poynton?
Guide prices for Poynton use North West rates: positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted is typically £750 to £1,325 inc VAT per home. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.
Tell us whether your Poynton home has a loft and we can price a PIV unit before visiting.
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