Newtownabbey, County Antrim
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Newtownabbey
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Newtownabbey and BT15, BT36 and BT37.
- From £725 inc VAT per home
- By arrangement
For a typical Newtownabbey semi or terrace, a loft PIV unit is often the quickest way to dry the house out.
Newtownabbey is about 219 miles from our base in Great Barr, Birmingham. We book Newtownabbey visits by appointment and confirm the date in writing. Work here is by arrangement, with travel quoted in writing first.
PIV in Newtownabbey at a glance
- Town
- Newtownabbey, County Antrim
- Postcode districts
- BT15, BT36 and BT37
- Nearby
- Holywood (4 miles), Belfast (4 miles) and Carrickfergus (6 miles)
- Price region
- Northern Ireland
- Survey
- By arrangement, travel quoted first
What the work involves
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.
PIV with fan upgrades
PIV plus humidity-controlled extract fans in the kitchen and bathroom for the most stubborn condensation.
Loft-mounted PIV
The most common option for houses with a loft. Usually fitted in half a day.
Guide prices in Newtownabbey
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £725–£1,275 inc VAT |
| Wall-mounted PIV unit for a flat (core drilled through an outside wall) (per flat) | £925–£1,550 inc VAT |
| Heater module or heated PIV unit (extra over a standard unit) (extra) | £135–£270 inc VAT |
Northern Ireland rates shown. Prices include VAT at 20%. The fixed price is confirmed in writing after we have seen the job. Travel is quoted separately for this area.
When to get it looked at
- Musty smell in wardrobes or behind furniture
- The house feels stuffy and damp rather than cold
- Washing dried indoors makes everything worse
Rules that apply in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland has its own building regulations, with ventilation guidance in Technical Booklet K. We design to the Northern Ireland guidance and measure the airflow achieved.
Questions from Newtownabbey
Is the survey free in Newtownabbey?
Visits here are by arrangement. Because of the ferry or long travel involved, we quote travel separately and in writing before you commit, and we can often combine visits to keep the cost down.
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.
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 do I get a price for a PIV unit in Newtownabbey?
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 Newtownabbey do you work in?
All of County Antrim. Near Newtownabbey that includes Holywood, Belfast, Carrickfergus and Castlereagh.
Most Newtownabbey PIV jobs are done in half a day, so ask about the next available date.
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