Fallowfield, Greater Manchester
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Fallowfield
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Fallowfield and M14, M19 and M20.
- From £750 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
PIV is often a good fix for Fallowfield homes with condensation on every window.
For positive input ventilation (PIV) in Fallowfield, 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 Fallowfield at a glance
- Town
- Fallowfield, Greater Manchester
- Postcode districts
- M14, M19 and M20
- Nearby
- Burnage (1 mile), Longsight (1 mile) and Didsbury (2 miles)
- Price region
- North West
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
PIV for Fallowfield homes
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.
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 Fallowfield
| 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.
Signs it is time to call us
- Streaming windows on most mornings in winter
- Black mould on window reveals and in corners of bedrooms
- Musty smell in wardrobes or behind furniture
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 Fallowfield
What area around Fallowfield do you work in?
All of Greater Manchester. Near Fallowfield that includes Burnage, Longsight, Didsbury and Manchester.
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.
Do you cover Fallowfield and nearby?
Yes. We cover Fallowfield and nearby places including Burnage, Longsight, Didsbury and Manchester. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
What is the price of a PIV unit in Fallowfield?
Guide prices for Fallowfield use North West rates: positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted is typically £750 to £1,325 inc VAT per home. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.
Book a free Fallowfield survey and we will say honestly whether PIV, extract fans or both are needed.
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