Ashton-in-Makerfield, Greater Manchester
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Ashton-in-Makerfield
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Ashton-in-Makerfield and WA11, WA12 and WN4.
- From £750 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
Condensation in Ashton-in-Makerfield homes usually has one of two answers: better extract fans, or PIV as well.
For positive input ventilation (PIV) in Ashton-in-Makerfield, send us the postcode, a few photos and a rough idea of the rooms involved. We will tell you what we would fit and roughly what it costs before arranging a visit.
PIV in Ashton-in-Makerfield at a glance
- Town
- Ashton-in-Makerfield, Greater Manchester
- Postcode districts
- WA11, WA12 and WN4
- Nearby
- Haydock (2 miles), Golborne (2 miles) and Abram (3 miles)
- Price region
- North West
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
PIV for Ashton-in-Makerfield 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.
Wall-mounted PIV for flats
Draws air from outside through an outside wall. Suits flats and homes with no loft space.
PIV with fan upgrades
PIV plus humidity-controlled extract fans in the kitchen and bathroom for the most stubborn condensation.
Guide prices in Ashton-in-Makerfield
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £750–£1,325 inc VAT |
| Wall-mounted PIV unit for a flat (core drilled through an outside wall) (per flat) | £950–£1,600 inc VAT |
| Heater module or heated PIV unit (extra over a standard unit) (extra) | £140–£280 inc VAT |
North West 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 Ashton-in-Makerfield
How do I get a price for a PIV unit in Ashton-in-Makerfield?
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.
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 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.
What area around Ashton-in-Makerfield do you work in?
All of Greater Manchester. Near Ashton-in-Makerfield that includes Haydock, Golborne, Abram and Newton-le-Willows.
Do you cover Ashton-in-Makerfield and nearby?
Yes. We cover Ashton-in-Makerfield and nearby places including Haydock, Golborne, Abram and Newton-le-Willows. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
Book a free Ashton-in-Makerfield survey and we will say honestly whether PIV, extract fans or both are needed.
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