Harold Wood, Greater London
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Harold Wood
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Harold Wood and RM2, RM3 and RM11.
- From £950 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
For a typical Harold Wood semi or terrace, a loft PIV unit is often the quickest way to dry the house out.
Customers in Harold Wood can get a guide price online in a couple of minutes. It uses London rates, which is what we would charge for the same job anywhere in Greater London. Surveys for new installations are free on the UK mainland, with a written quote afterwards.
PIV in Harold Wood at a glance
- Town
- Harold Wood, Greater London
- Postcode districts
- RM2, RM3 and RM11
- Nearby
- Emerson Park (1 mile), Romford (2 miles) and Hornchurch (3 miles)
- Price region
- London
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
What the work involves
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.
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 Harold Wood
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £950–£1,675 inc VAT |
| Wall-mounted PIV unit for a flat (core drilled through an outside wall) (per flat) | £1,200–£2,025 inc VAT |
| Heater module or heated PIV unit (extra over a standard unit) (extra) | £175–£355 inc VAT |
London rates shown. Prices include VAT at 20%. The fixed price is confirmed in writing after we have seen the job.
When to get it looked at
- Black mould on window reveals and in corners of bedrooms
- Musty smell in wardrobes or behind furniture
- The house feels stuffy and damp rather than cold
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 Harold Wood
What is the price of a PIV unit in Harold Wood?
Guide prices for Harold Wood use London rates: positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted is typically £950 to £1,675 inc VAT per home. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.
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.
Will PIV make my house cold?
Most units temper or reduce the flow when the incoming air is cold, and a heated unit warms it. Placed correctly on the landing, the air spreads gently rather than blowing on anyone.
Is the survey free in Harold Wood?
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 Harold Wood?
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 Harold Wood home has a loft and we can price a PIV unit before visiting.
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