Aldridge, West Midlands
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Aldridge
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Aldridge and WS4, WS8 and WS9.
- From £795 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
We fit loft and wall-mounted PIV units across Aldridge, after checking the house first.
Whether the property is in the middle of Aldridge 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 Aldridge at a glance
- Town
- Aldridge, West Midlands
- Postcode districts
- WS4, WS8 and WS9
- Nearby
- Brownhills (2 miles), Streetly (2 miles) and Pelsall (3 miles)
- Price region
- West Midlands
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
How we approach PIV in Aldridge
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.
Loft-mounted PIV
The most common option for houses with a loft. Usually fitted in half a day.
Heated PIV
A heater module tempers the incoming air in cold weather. Useful in homes where people feel draughts.
Guide prices in Aldridge
| 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.
Common reasons people call
- The house feels stuffy and damp rather than cold
- Washing dried indoors makes everything worse
- You have no loft but still need whole-flat ventilation (wall unit)
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 Aldridge
Is the survey free in Aldridge?
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 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.
Will PIV make my house cold?
Most units temper or reduce the flow when the incoming air is cold, and a heated unit warms it. Placed correctly on the landing, the air spreads gently rather than blowing on anyone.
How do I get a price for a PIV unit in Aldridge?
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 Aldridge do you work in?
All of the West Midlands. Near Aldridge that includes Brownhills, Streetly, Pelsall and Walsall.
Tell us whether your Aldridge home has a loft and we can price a PIV unit before visiting.
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