Teignmouth, Devon
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Teignmouth
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Teignmouth and EX7, TQ12 and TQ14.
- From £825 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
We fit loft and wall-mounted PIV units across Teignmouth, after checking the house first.
Teignmouth is about 154 miles from our base in Great Barr, Birmingham. We book Teignmouth visits by appointment and confirm the date in writing. We survey first, free of charge for new installations on the mainland, then send a fixed written quote.
PIV in Teignmouth at a glance
- Town
- Teignmouth, Devon
- Postcode districts
- EX7, TQ12 and TQ14
- Nearby
- Dawlish (3 miles), Kingsteignton (4 miles) and Newton Abbot (5 miles)
- Price region
- South West
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
PIV for Teignmouth homes
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.
PIV with fan upgrades
PIV plus humidity-controlled extract fans in the kitchen and bathroom for the most stubborn condensation.
Loft-mounted PIV
The most common option for houses with a loft. Usually fitted in half a day.
Guide prices in Teignmouth
| 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 |
South West rates shown. Prices include VAT at 20%. The fixed price is confirmed in writing after we have seen the job.
Common reasons people call
- You have no loft but still need whole-flat ventilation (wall unit)
- Streaming windows on most mornings in winter
- Black mould on window reveals and in corners of bedrooms
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 Teignmouth
What is the price of a PIV unit in Teignmouth?
Guide prices for Teignmouth 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.
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 Teignmouth?
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 Teignmouth?
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.
Tell us whether your Teignmouth home has a loft and we can price a PIV unit before visiting.
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