Hook, Greater London
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Hook
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Hook and KT6, KT7 and KT9.
- From £950 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
We fit loft and wall-mounted PIV units across Hook, after checking the house first.
Customers in Hook 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. We survey first, free of charge for new installations on the mainland, then send a fixed written quote.
PIV in Hook at a glance
- Town
- Hook, Greater London
- Postcode districts
- KT6, KT7 and KT9
- Nearby
- Chessington (under a mile), Surbiton (2 miles) and Esher (3 miles)
- Price region
- London
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
PIV for Hook 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 Hook
| 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.
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 Hook
What is the price of a PIV unit in Hook?
Guide prices for Hook 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 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 Hook?
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 Hook?
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.
Send a photo of your loft hatch area and landing ceiling for a quicker Hook quote.
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