Spennymoor, County Durham
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Spennymoor
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Spennymoor and DL14, DL16 and DL17.
- From £725 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
Condensation in Spennymoor homes usually has one of two answers: better extract fans, or PIV as well.
Spennymoor is about 149 miles from our base in Great Barr, Birmingham. We book Spennymoor visits by appointment and confirm the date in writing. Surveys for new installations are free on the UK mainland, with a written quote afterwards.
PIV in Spennymoor at a glance
- Town
- Spennymoor, County Durham
- Postcode districts
- DL14, DL16 and DL17
- Nearby
- Bishop Auckland (4 miles), Durham (6 miles) and Newton Aycliffe (6 miles)
- Price region
- North East
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
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.
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 Spennymoor
| 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.
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 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 Spennymoor
What is the price of a PIV unit in Spennymoor?
Guide prices for Spennymoor 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.
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.
Is the survey free in Spennymoor?
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 Spennymoor?
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.
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