Extractor fan or PIV installation

Extractor fan or PIV installation?

It’s safe to say we all have experienced the knock on effect of a build up of condensation and excess moisture in rooms such as the bathroom and kitchen.  

Extractor fans are a popular choice in the fight against smelly odours by extracting stale air along with pollutants and excess moisture. PIV systems or positive input ventilation units use a slightly different approach to increasing ventilation in your home.

PIV systems actually bring in fresh air into your home via a central location. The positive pressure created ends up pushing out any stale, smelly air through leakage points such as seals underdoors and windows. PIV systems are unique as rather than providing ventilation in a single room, they provide a ventilation solution for the whole house.

Benefits of PIV installation over extractor fan

Although both types aim to do a very similar role in providing “fresh” air into your home, there are a few more benefits to having a PIV system installed.

• PIV systems provide a whole house approach, making sure that there is a continuous airflow throughout the whole building, extractor fans only offer ventilation in the room they have been installed in.
• As PIV systems are installed in loft spaces, very little noise is created whilst the system is running. Extractor fans on the other hand tend to be slightly more noisy but this does depend on the size and speed of the fan as well as how well maintained it is.
• PIV systems are designed with efficiency in mind and actual running costs are very very cheap. As PIV systems provide a solution for condensation within the whole property, PIV systems are definitely more cost effective in comparison to extractor fans.

Extractor fan or PIV installation in Bridport

PIV systems are being installed commonly across the UK as they are suitable for most homes including new builds, multi storey homes and flats.

Our team of electricians are familiar with installing some of the top brands of extractor fans available such as Greenwood and modern fans made by Vent Axia Silent Fan.

The same applies for PIV systems too, we only install trusted brands that stand the test of time with reliable parts such as Xpelair, Manrose and  Nuaire.

Tyne Electrical services  

We pride ourselves with over 25 years of experience, we are competent and skilled when it comes to installing both extractor fans and PIV systems.

NICEIC approved and Part P registered electricians, we are fully qualified and up to date with all industry standards and safety regulations.

If you need help choosing between an Extractor fan or PIV installation, Tyne Electrical services are on hand to help you choose the right type of ventilation for your Bridport based property.