Halesowen, West Midlands
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Halesowen
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Halesowen and B62, B63 and B64.
- From £795 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
For a typical Halesowen semi or terrace, a loft PIV unit is often the quickest way to dry the house out.
Whether the property is in the middle of Halesowen 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 Halesowen at a glance
- Town
- Halesowen, West Midlands
- Postcode districts
- B62, B63 and B64
- Nearby
- Bartley Green (2 miles), Brierley Hill (4 miles) and Oldbury (4 miles)
- Price region
- West Midlands
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
What the work involves
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.
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 Halesowen
| 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 |
These ranges use our West Midlands rates. Prices include VAT at 20%. You get a fixed written price before any work is booked.
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
English building work follows Approved Document F (2021 edition) for ventilation rates, installation and commissioning. For homes, it sets minimum extract rates such as 15 litres a second for a bathroom and 30 or 60 for a kitchen, and expects mechanical systems to be airflow-tested.
Questions from Halesowen
How do I get a price for a PIV unit in Halesowen?
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.
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 area around Halesowen do you work in?
All of the West Midlands. Near Halesowen that includes Bartley Green, Brierley Hill, Oldbury and Dudley.
Do you cover Halesowen and nearby?
Yes. We cover Halesowen and nearby places including Bartley Green, Brierley Hill, Oldbury and Dudley. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
Tell us whether your Halesowen home has a loft and we can price a PIV unit before visiting.
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