Tipton, West Midlands
Positive input ventilation (PIV) in Tipton
Loft or wall units that gently push filtered air into the home to tackle condensation. Covering Tipton and DY1, DY4 and WV14.
- From £795 inc VAT per home
- Free survey
For a typical Tipton semi or terrace, a loft PIV unit is often the quickest way to dry the house out.
Tipton is close to our base in Great Barr (B43), so it is one of the easiest places for us to reach. Surveys for new installations are free on the UK mainland, with a written quote afterwards.
PIV in Tipton at a glance
- Town
- Tipton, West Midlands
- Postcode districts
- DY1, DY4 and WV14
- Nearby
- Dudley (2 miles), Wednesbury (2 miles) and Oldbury (3 miles)
- Price region
- West Midlands
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
PIV for Tipton homes
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.
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 Tipton
| 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 |
Guide prices using West Midlands rates. Prices include VAT at 20%. A guide price is not a quote: we confirm a fixed price in writing first.
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. It sets extract rates for kitchens, bathrooms and utilities and asks for mechanical ventilation to be commissioned and recorded.
Questions from Tipton
How do I get a price for a PIV unit in Tipton?
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 long does PIV installation take?
A loft unit is normally fitted in two to four hours, including the diffuser and electrical connection.
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.
What area around Tipton do you work in?
All of the West Midlands. Near Tipton that includes Dudley, Wednesbury, Oldbury and West Bromwich.
Do you cover Tipton and nearby?
Yes. We cover Tipton and nearby places including Dudley, Wednesbury, Oldbury and West Bromwich. Send your postcode and we will confirm.
Book a free Tipton survey and we will say honestly whether PIV, extract fans or both are needed.
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