Stourbridge, West Midlands
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Stourbridge
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Stourbridge and DY5, DY8 and DY9.
- From £795 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
Condensation in Stourbridge homes usually has one of two answers: better extract fans, or PIV as well.
Stourbridge is about 12 miles from our base in Great Barr, Birmingham. We book Stourbridge visits by appointment and confirm the date in writing. Surveys for new installations are free on the UK mainland, with a written quote afterwards.
PIV in Stourbridge at a glance
- Town
- Stourbridge, West Midlands
- Postcode districts
- DY5, DY8 and DY9
- Nearby
- Brierley Hill (2 miles), Kingswinford (3 miles) and Dudley (4 miles)
- Price region
- West Midlands
- 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.
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 Stourbridge
| 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.
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). 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 Stourbridge
Is the survey free in Stourbridge?
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.
Can PIV be fitted in a flat?
Yes. Flats without loft space use a wall-mounted PIV unit that draws air from outside through an outside wall.
How long does PIV installation take?
A loft unit is normally fitted in two to four hours, including the diffuser and electrical connection.
How do I get a price for a PIV unit in Stourbridge?
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 Stourbridge do you work in?
All of the West Midlands. Near Stourbridge that includes Brierley Hill, Kingswinford, Dudley and Halesowen.
Tell us whether your Stourbridge home has a loft and we can price a PIV unit before visiting.
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