Glenfield, Leicestershire
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Glenfield
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Glenfield and LE1, LE3 and LE6.
- From £775 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
Condensation in Glenfield homes usually has one of two answers: better extract fans, or PIV as well.
For positive input ventilation (PIV) in Glenfield, send us the postcode, a few photos and a rough idea of the rooms involved. We will tell you what we would fit and roughly what it costs before arranging a visit.
PIV in Glenfield at a glance
- Town
- Glenfield, Leicestershire
- Postcode districts
- LE1, LE3 and LE6
- Nearby
- Leicester Forest East (2 miles), Braunstone (2 miles) and Leicester (3 miles)
- Price region
- East Midlands
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
PIV for Glenfield 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.
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 Glenfield
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £775–£1,375 inc VAT |
| Wall-mounted PIV unit for a flat (core drilled through an outside wall) (per flat) | £975–£1,650 inc VAT |
| Heater module or heated PIV unit (extra over a standard unit) (extra) | £140–£290 inc VAT |
East Midlands rates shown. Prices include VAT at 20%. The fixed price is confirmed in writing after we have seen the job.
When to get it looked at
- Musty smell in wardrobes or behind furniture
- The house feels stuffy and damp rather than cold
- Washing dried indoors makes everything worse
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 Glenfield
What area around Glenfield do you work in?
All of Leicestershire. Near Glenfield that includes Leicester Forest East, Braunstone, Leicester and Belgrave.
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.
Do you cover Glenfield and nearby?
Yes. We cover Glenfield and nearby places including Leicester Forest East, Braunstone, Leicester and Belgrave. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
What is the price of a PIV unit in Glenfield?
Guide prices for Glenfield use East Midlands rates: positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted is typically £775 to £1,375 inc VAT per home. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.
Most Glenfield PIV jobs are done in half a day, so ask about the next available date.
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