Wallsend, Tyne and Wear
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Wallsend
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Wallsend and NE6, NE28 and NE31.
- From £725 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
PIV is often a good fix for Wallsend homes with condensation on every window.
Customers in Wallsend can get a guide price online in a couple of minutes. It uses North East rates, which is what we would charge for the same job anywhere in Tyne and Wear. The survey is free for new installations on the UK mainland, and the quote that follows is fixed and in writing.
PIV in Wallsend at a glance
- Town
- Wallsend, Tyne and Wear
- Postcode districts
- NE6, NE28 and NE31
- Nearby
- Hebburn (1 mile), Jarrow (2 miles) and Felling (3 miles)
- Price region
- North East
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
What the work involves
PIV works well in houses and flats with general condensation on windows and cold walls. It does not replace extract fans: kitchens and bathrooms still need their own extract to remove steam at source.
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 Wallsend
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted (per home) | £725–£1,275 inc VAT |
| Wall-mounted PIV unit for a flat (core drilled through an outside wall) (per flat) | £925–£1,550 inc VAT |
| Heater module or heated PIV unit (extra over a standard unit) (extra) | £135–£270 inc VAT |
These ranges use our North East 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 Wallsend
What is the price of a PIV unit in Wallsend?
Guide prices for Wallsend use North East rates: positive input ventilation (PIV) loft unit, supplied and fitted is typically £725 to £1,275 inc VAT per home. We confirm a fixed price in writing before any work starts.
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.
Is the survey free in Wallsend?
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 do I get a price for a PIV unit in Wallsend?
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.
Book a free Wallsend survey and we will say honestly whether PIV, extract fans or both are needed.
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