Lancaster, Lancashire
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Lancaster
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Lancaster and LA1, LA3 and LA4.
- From £750 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
Condensation in Lancaster homes usually has one of two answers: better extract fans, or PIV as well.
Customers in Lancaster can get a guide price online in a couple of minutes. It uses North West rates, which is what we would charge for the same job anywhere in Lancashire. Surveys for new installations are free on the UK mainland, with a written quote afterwards.
PIV in Lancaster at a glance
- Town
- Lancaster, Lancashire
- Postcode districts
- LA1, LA3 and LA4
- Nearby
- Morecambe (3 miles), Heysham (4 miles) and Fleetwood (12 miles)
- Price region
- North West
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
How we approach PIV in Lancaster
It does not replace extract fans: kitchens and bathrooms still need their own extract to remove steam at source. On survey we check the loft, the landing position and the existing fans, and we tell you if PIV is not the right answer.
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 Lancaster
| 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 |
These ranges use our North West rates. Prices include VAT at 20%. You get a fixed written price before any work is booked.
When to get it looked at
- 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 Lancaster
Is the survey free in Lancaster?
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 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.
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.
How do I get a price for a PIV unit in Lancaster?
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 Lancaster do you work in?
All of Lancashire. Near Lancaster that includes Morecambe, Heysham, Fleetwood and Thornton-Cleveleys.
Most Lancaster PIV jobs are done in half a day, so ask about the next available date.
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