Ludlow, Shropshire
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Ludlow
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Ludlow and SY8.
- From £795 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
If your Ludlow flat has no loft, a wall-mounted PIV unit does the same job through an outside wall.
Customers in Ludlow can get a guide price online in a couple of minutes. It uses West Midlands rates, which is what we would charge for the same job anywhere in Shropshire. The survey is free for new installations on the UK mainland, and the quote that follows is fixed and in writing.
PIV in Ludlow at a glance
- Town
- Ludlow, Shropshire
- Postcode districts
- SY8
- Nearby
- Loughton (7 miles), Leominster (10 miles) and Bridgnorth (17 miles)
- Price region
- West Midlands
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
How we approach PIV in Ludlow
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 Ludlow
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £795–£1,395 inc VAT |
| Wall-mounted PIV unit for a flat (core drilled through an outside wall) (per flat) | £995–£1,695 inc VAT |
| Heater module or heated PIV unit (extra over a standard unit) (extra) | £145–£295 inc VAT |
West Midlands 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
- Black mould on window reveals and in corners of bedrooms
- Musty smell in wardrobes or behind furniture
- The house feels stuffy and damp rather than cold
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 Ludlow
Do you cover Ludlow and nearby?
Yes. We cover Ludlow and nearby places including Loughton, Leominster, Bridgnorth and Stourport-on-Severn. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
How much does PIV cost to install?
A loft-mounted PIV unit usually costs £795 to £1,395 including VAT supplied and fitted, and £995 to £1,695 for a wall-mounted unit in a flat. A heater module adds around £145 to £295.
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.
What is the price of a PIV unit in Ludlow?
Guide prices for Ludlow use West Midlands rates: positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted is typically £795 to £1,395 inc VAT per home. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.
Is the survey free in Ludlow?
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.
Book a free Ludlow survey and we will say honestly whether PIV, extract fans or both are needed.
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