Hedge End, Hampshire
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Hedge End
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Hedge End and SO18, SO19 and SO30.
- From £875 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
PIV is often a good fix for Hedge End homes with condensation on every window.
Hedge End is about 116 miles from our base in Great Barr, Birmingham. We book Hedge End visits by appointment and confirm the date in writing. The survey is free for new installations on the UK mainland, and the quote that follows is fixed and in writing.
PIV in Hedge End at a glance
- Town
- Hedge End, Hampshire
- Postcode districts
- SO18, SO19 and SO30
- Nearby
- Fair Oak (4 miles), Woolston (4 miles) and Bishopstoke (4 miles)
- Price region
- South East
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
PIV for Hedge End homes
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.
Loft-mounted PIV
The most common option for houses with a loft. Usually fitted in half a day.
Heated PIV
A heater module tempers the incoming air in cold weather. Useful in homes where people feel draughts.
Guide prices in Hedge End
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £875–£1,525 inc VAT |
| Wall-mounted PIV unit for a flat (core drilled through an outside wall) (per flat) | £1,100–£1,875 inc VAT |
| Heater module or heated PIV unit (extra over a standard unit) (extra) | £160–£325 inc VAT |
These ranges use our South East rates. Prices include VAT at 20%. You get a fixed written price before any work is booked.
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). 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 Hedge End
What is the price of a PIV unit in Hedge End?
Guide prices for Hedge End use South East rates: positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted is typically £875 to £1,525 inc VAT per home. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.
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.
Is the survey free in Hedge End?
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 Hedge End?
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