Stowmarket, Suffolk
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Stowmarket
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Stowmarket and IP14.
- From £825 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
Condensation in Stowmarket homes usually has one of two answers: better extract fans, or PIV as well.
Whether the property is in the middle of Stowmarket 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 Stowmarket at a glance
- Town
- Stowmarket, Suffolk
- Postcode districts
- IP14
- Nearby
- Ipswich (11 miles), Bury St Edmunds (13 miles) and Kesgrave (13 miles)
- Price region
- East of England
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
What the work involves
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.
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 Stowmarket
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £825–£1,475 inc VAT |
| Wall-mounted PIV unit for a flat (core drilled through an outside wall) (per flat) | £1,050–£1,775 inc VAT |
| Heater module or heated PIV unit (extra over a standard unit) (extra) | £150–£310 inc VAT |
East of England 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). It sets extract rates for kitchens, bathrooms and utilities and asks for mechanical ventilation to be commissioned and recorded.
Questions from Stowmarket
How do I get a price for a PIV unit in Stowmarket?
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 Stowmarket do you work in?
All of Suffolk. Near Stowmarket that includes Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds, Kesgrave and Diss.
Do you cover Stowmarket and nearby?
Yes. We cover Stowmarket and nearby places including Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds, Kesgrave and Diss. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
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