Bideford, Devon
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Bideford
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Bideford and EX38 and EX39.
- From £825 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
PIV can suit Bideford houses and flats because it treats the whole home from one quiet unit.
We cover Bideford and the surrounding EX38 and EX39 postcodes as part of our work across Devon. We survey first, free of charge for new installations on the mainland, then send a fixed written quote.
PIV in Bideford at a glance
- Town
- Bideford, Devon
- Postcode districts
- EX38 and EX39
- Nearby
- Barnstaple (8 miles) and Ilfracombe (14 miles)
- Price region
- South West
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
What the work involves
Loft air is usually a little warmer and drier than outside air, and the unit filters it before it comes down into the house. 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.
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 Bideford
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £825–£1,450 inc VAT |
| Wall-mounted PIV unit for a flat (core drilled through an outside wall) (per flat) | £1,025–£1,775 inc VAT |
| Heater module or heated PIV unit (extra over a standard unit) (extra) | £150–£305 inc VAT |
These ranges use our South West rates. Prices include VAT at 20%. You get a fixed written price before any work is booked.
Common reasons people call
- The house feels stuffy and damp rather than cold
- Washing dried indoors makes everything worse
- You have no loft but still need whole-flat ventilation (wall unit)
Rules that apply in England
English building work follows Approved Document F (2021 edition) for ventilation rates, installation and commissioning. It sets extract rates for kitchens, bathrooms and utilities and asks for mechanical ventilation to be commissioned and recorded.
Questions from Bideford
Is the survey free in Bideford?
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 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 Bideford?
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 Bideford do you work in?
All of Devon. Near Bideford that includes Barnstaple and Ilfracombe.
Tell us whether your Bideford home has a loft and we can price a PIV unit before visiting.
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