Hitchin, Hertfordshire
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Hitchin
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Hitchin and SG4, SG5 and SG6.
- From £825 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
PIV is often a good fix for Hitchin homes with condensation on every window.
We cover Hitchin and the surrounding SG4, SG5 and SG6 postcodes as part of our work across Hertfordshire. The survey is free for new installations on the UK mainland, and the quote that follows is fixed and in writing.
PIV in Hitchin at a glance
- Town
- Hitchin, Hertfordshire
- Postcode districts
- SG4, SG5 and SG6
- Nearby
- Letchworth Garden City (3 miles), Stevenage (5 miles) and Baldock (5 miles)
- Price region
- East of England
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
PIV for Hitchin 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.
Heated PIV
A heater module tempers the incoming air in cold weather. Useful in homes where people feel draughts.
Wall-mounted PIV for flats
Draws air from outside through an outside wall. Suits flats and homes with no loft space.
Guide prices in Hitchin
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £825–£1,475 inc VAT |
| Wall-mounted PIV unit for a flat (core drilled through an outside wall) (per flat) | £1,050–£1,775 inc VAT |
| Heater module or heated PIV unit (extra over a standard unit) (extra) | £150–£310 inc VAT |
These ranges use our East of England 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). It sets extract rates for kitchens, bathrooms and utilities and asks for mechanical ventilation to be commissioned and recorded.
Questions from Hitchin
What is the price of a PIV unit in Hitchin?
Guide prices for Hitchin use East of England rates: positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted is typically £825 to £1,475 inc VAT per home. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.
Will PIV make my house cold?
Most units temper or reduce the flow when the incoming air is cold, and a heated unit warms it. Placed correctly on the landing, the air spreads gently rather than blowing on anyone.
Can PIV be fitted in a flat?
Yes. Flats without loft space use a wall-mounted PIV unit that draws air from outside through an outside wall.
Is the survey free in Hitchin?
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 Hitchin?
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.
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