Exmouth, Devon
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Exmouth
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Exmouth and EX7, EX8 and EX9.
- From £825 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
Condensation in Exmouth homes usually has one of two answers: better extract fans, or PIV as well.
Customers in Exmouth can get a guide price online in a couple of minutes. It uses South West rates, which is what we would charge for the same job anywhere in Devon. Surveys for new installations are free on the UK mainland, with a written quote afterwards.
PIV in Exmouth at a glance
- Town
- Exmouth, Devon
- Postcode districts
- EX7, EX8 and EX9
- Nearby
- Dawlish (4 miles), Teignmouth (6 miles) and Heavitree (8 miles)
- Price region
- South West
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
How we approach PIV in Exmouth
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.
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 Exmouth
| 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 |
Guide prices using South West rates. Prices include VAT at 20%. A guide price is not a quote: we confirm a fixed price in writing first.
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). It sets extract rates for kitchens, bathrooms and utilities and asks for mechanical ventilation to be commissioned and recorded.
Questions from Exmouth
How do I get a price for a PIV unit in Exmouth?
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.
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.
What area around Exmouth do you work in?
All of Devon. Near Exmouth that includes Dawlish, Teignmouth, Heavitree and Sidmouth.
Do you cover Exmouth and nearby?
Yes. We cover Exmouth and nearby places including Dawlish, Teignmouth, Heavitree and Sidmouth. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
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