Pinner, Greater London
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Pinner
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Pinner and HA2, HA5 and HA6.
- From £950 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
Condensation in Pinner homes usually has one of two answers: better extract fans, or PIV as well.
Customers in Pinner 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 Pinner at a glance
- Town
- Pinner, Greater London
- Postcode districts
- HA2, HA5 and HA6
- Nearby
- Northwood Hills (1 mile), Headstone (2 miles) and Wealdstone (2 miles)
- Price region
- London
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
What the work involves
Loft air is usually a little warmer and drier than outside air, and the unit filters it before it comes down into the house. Many units have a temperature sensor that reduces the flow or switches to a heater module on cold days, so the incoming air does not feel like a draught.
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 Pinner
| 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
- The house feels stuffy and damp rather than cold
- Washing dried indoors makes everything worse
- You have no loft but still need whole-flat ventilation (wall unit)
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 Pinner
Is the survey free in Pinner?
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 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.
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 do I get a price for a PIV unit in Pinner?
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.
What area around Pinner do you work in?
All of Greater London. Near Pinner that includes Northwood Hills, Headstone, Wealdstone and Ruislip Manor.
Most Pinner PIV jobs are done in half a day, so ask about the next available date.
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