Ryde, Isle of Wight
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Ryde
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Ryde and PO33, PO34 and PO35.
- From £875 inc VAT per home
- By arrangement
PIV is often a good fix for Ryde homes with condensation on every window.
We cover Ryde and the surrounding PO33, PO34 and PO35 postcodes as part of our work across the Isle of Wight. Visits here are by arrangement: we quote travel separately and in writing before you commit.
PIV in Ryde at a glance
- Town
- Ryde, Isle of Wight
- Postcode districts
- PO33, PO34 and PO35
- Nearby
- Sandown (5 miles), Newport (6 miles) and Cowes (6 miles)
- Price region
- South East
- Survey
- By arrangement, travel quoted first
How we approach PIV in Ryde
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.
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 Ryde
| 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 |
South East rates shown. Prices include VAT at 20%. The fixed price is confirmed in writing after we have seen the job. Travel is quoted separately for this area.
Signs it is time to call us
- Washing dried indoors makes everything worse
- You have no loft but still need whole-flat ventilation (wall unit)
- Streaming windows on most mornings in winter
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 Ryde
Is the survey free in Ryde?
Visits here are by arrangement. Because of the ferry or long travel involved, we quote travel separately and in writing before you commit, and we can often combine visits to keep the cost down.
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 Ryde?
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 Ryde do you work in?
All of the Isle of Wight. Near Ryde that includes Sandown, Newport and Cowes.
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