Blackpool, Lancashire
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Blackpool
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Blackpool and FY1, FY3 and FY4.
- From £750 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
PIV is often a good fix for Blackpool homes with condensation on every window.
Work in Blackpool follows the rules for England and finishes with a written record of what was fitted and how it was set up.
PIV in Blackpool at a glance
- Town
- Blackpool, Lancashire
- Postcode districts
- FY1, FY3 and FY4
- Nearby
- Poulton-le-Fylde (3 miles), Thornton-Cleveleys (4 miles) and Cleveleys (4 miles)
- Price region
- North West
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
What the work involves
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.
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 Blackpool
| 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
- 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). It sets extract rates for kitchens, bathrooms and utilities and asks for mechanical ventilation to be commissioned and recorded.
Questions from Blackpool
How do I get a price for a PIV unit in Blackpool?
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 Blackpool do you work in?
All of Lancashire. Near Blackpool that includes Poulton-le-Fylde, Thornton-Cleveleys, Cleveleys and Lytham St Annes.
Do you cover Blackpool and nearby?
Yes. We cover Blackpool and nearby places including Poulton-le-Fylde, Thornton-Cleveleys, Cleveleys and Lytham St Annes. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
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