Peterlee, County Durham
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Peterlee
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Peterlee and SR8, TS27 and TS28.
- From £725 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
PIV is often a good fix for Peterlee homes with condensation on every window.
We cover Peterlee and the surrounding SR8, TS27 and TS28 postcodes as part of our work across County Durham. The survey is free for new installations on the UK mainland, and the quote that follows is fixed and in writing.
PIV in Peterlee at a glance
- Town
- Peterlee, County Durham
- Postcode districts
- SR8, TS27 and TS28
- Nearby
- Seaham (6 miles), Hetton-le-Hole (6 miles) and Hartlepool (7 miles)
- Price region
- North East
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
What the work involves
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.
Loft-mounted PIV
The most common option for houses with a loft. Usually fitted in half a day.
Heated PIV
A heater module tempers the incoming air in cold weather. Useful in homes where people feel draughts.
Guide prices in Peterlee
| 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 |
These ranges use our North East rates. Prices include VAT at 20%. You get a fixed written price before any work is booked.
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 Peterlee
What is the price of a PIV unit in Peterlee?
Guide prices for Peterlee use North East rates: positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted is typically £725 to £1,275 inc VAT per home. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.
Will PIV make my house cold?
Most units temper or reduce the flow when the incoming air is cold, and a heated unit warms it. Placed correctly on the landing, the air spreads gently rather than blowing on anyone.
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.
Is the survey free in Peterlee?
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.
How do I get a price for a PIV unit in Peterlee?
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.
Book a free Peterlee survey and we will say honestly whether PIV, extract fans or both are needed.
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