Heavitree, Devon
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Heavitree
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Heavitree and EX1, EX2 and EX4.
- From £825 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
Condensation in Heavitree homes usually has one of two answers: better extract fans, or PIV as well.
Work in Heavitree follows the rules for England and finishes with a written record of what was fitted and how it was set up.
PIV in Heavitree at a glance
- Town
- Heavitree, Devon
- Postcode districts
- EX1, EX2 and EX4
- Nearby
- Exeter (1 mile), Exmouth (8 miles) and Dawlish (10 miles)
- Price region
- South West
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
PIV for Heavitree homes
It does not replace extract fans: kitchens and bathrooms still need their own extract to remove steam at source. On survey we check the loft, the landing position and the existing fans, and we tell you if PIV is not the right answer.
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 Heavitree
| 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
- 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 Heavitree
What area around Heavitree do you work in?
All of Devon. Near Heavitree that includes Exeter, Exmouth, Dawlish and Sidmouth.
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.
How long does PIV installation take?
A loft unit is normally fitted in two to four hours, including the diffuser and electrical connection.
Do you cover Heavitree and nearby?
Yes. We cover Heavitree and nearby places including Exeter, Exmouth, Dawlish and Sidmouth. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
What is the price of a PIV unit in Heavitree?
Guide prices for Heavitree use South West rates: positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted is typically £825 to £1,450 inc VAT per home. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.
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