Chard, Somerset
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Chard
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Chard and TA19 and TA20.
- From £825 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
PIV is often a good fix for Chard homes with condensation on every window.
We cover Chard and the surrounding TA19 and TA20 postcodes as part of our work across Somerset. The survey is free for new installations on the UK mainland, and the quote that follows is fixed and in writing.
PIV in Chard at a glance
- Town
- Chard, Somerset
- Postcode districts
- TA19 and TA20
- Nearby
- Honiton (11 miles), Taunton (12 miles) and Bridport (13 miles)
- Price region
- South West
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
How we approach PIV in Chard
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.
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 Chard
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £825–£1,450 inc VAT |
| Wall-mounted PIV unit for a flat (core drilled through an outside wall) (per flat) | £1,025–£1,775 inc VAT |
| Heater module or heated PIV unit (extra over a standard unit) (extra) | £150–£305 inc VAT |
These ranges use our South West rates. Prices include VAT at 20%. You get a fixed written price before any work is booked.
Signs it is time to call us
- Washing dried indoors makes everything worse
- You have no loft but still need whole-flat ventilation (wall unit)
- Streaming windows on most mornings in winter
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). It sets extract rates for kitchens, bathrooms and utilities and asks for mechanical ventilation to be commissioned and recorded.
Questions from Chard
Is the survey free in Chard?
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 long does PIV installation take?
A loft unit is normally fitted in two to four hours, including the diffuser and electrical connection.
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.
How do I get a price for a PIV unit in Chard?
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 Chard do you work in?
All of Somerset. Near Chard that includes Honiton, Taunton, Bridport and Yeovil.
Tell us whether your Chard home has a loft and we can price a PIV unit before visiting.
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