Guisborough, North Yorkshire
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Guisborough
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Guisborough and TS11, TS12 and TS14.
- From £750 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
Condensation in Guisborough homes usually has one of two answers: better extract fans, or PIV as well.
Whether the property is in the middle of Guisborough or one of the villages around it, the process is the same: a look at the building, a written price, then fitting and testing on the agreed day.
PIV in Guisborough at a glance
- Town
- Guisborough, North Yorkshire
- Postcode districts
- TS11, TS12 and TS14
- Nearby
- Redcar (6 miles), Ingleby Greenhow (6 miles) and Middlesbrough (8 miles)
- Price region
- Yorkshire
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
PIV for Guisborough 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.
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 Guisborough
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £750–£1,300 inc VAT |
| Wall-mounted PIV unit for a flat (core drilled through an outside wall) (per flat) | £925–£1,600 inc VAT |
| Heater module or heated PIV unit (extra over a standard unit) (extra) | £135–£275 inc VAT |
Yorkshire 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
- 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 Guisborough
How do I get a price for a PIV unit in Guisborough?
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.
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.
What area around Guisborough do you work in?
All of North Yorkshire. Near Guisborough that includes Redcar, Ingleby Greenhow, Middlesbrough and Thornaby-on-Tees.
Do you cover Guisborough and nearby?
Yes. We cover Guisborough and nearby places including Redcar, Ingleby Greenhow, Middlesbrough and Thornaby-on-Tees. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
Most Guisborough PIV jobs are done in half a day, so ask about the next available date.
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