Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Scarborough
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Scarborough and YO11, YO12 and YO13.
- From £750 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
If your Scarborough flat has no loft, a wall-mounted PIV unit does the same job through an outside wall.
We cover Scarborough and the surrounding YO11, YO12 and YO13 postcodes as part of our work across North Yorkshire. The survey is free for new installations on the UK mainland, and the quote that follows is fixed and in writing.
PIV in Scarborough at a glance
- Town
- Scarborough, North Yorkshire
- Postcode districts
- YO11, YO12 and YO13
- Nearby
- Bridlington (16 miles), Whitby (17 miles) and Driffield (19 miles)
- Price region
- Yorkshire
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
What the work involves
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 Scarborough
| 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.
Signs it is time to call us
- 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
English building work follows Approved Document F (2021 edition) for ventilation rates, installation and commissioning. It sets extract rates for kitchens, bathrooms and utilities and asks for mechanical ventilation to be commissioned and recorded.
Questions from Scarborough
How do I get a price for a PIV unit in Scarborough?
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 Scarborough do you work in?
All of North Yorkshire. Near Scarborough that includes Bridlington, Whitby and Driffield.
Do you cover Scarborough and nearby?
Yes. We cover Scarborough and nearby places including Bridlington, Whitby and Driffield. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
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