Positive input ventilation (PIV) East Devon

What is Positive Input Ventilation?

Removing humid, stale air out of your home has now become even easier with positive input ventilation - also known as PIV. 

A PIV system essentially draws in fresh air from outside through a series of fans and ducts, incoming fresh air forces air with moisture to move around and eventually out of your property.

How do PIV units work?

As any air inside your home is constantly moved around and circulated, any excess moisture does not get the opportunity to settle and build up. Any excess moisture in the air naturally leaves your property through exit points such as under the doors and windows.

Ideally a PIV unit should be installed in a loft space or compact walls. Our team of electricians will help determine the ideal location for your PIV unit as we take into account the length of any available ducts to help circulate the air.

Should I have a PIV unit?

Tyne Electrical Services have worked in the electrical trade for over 20 years, as technology evolves, we’ve seen our fair share of innovative systems to help efficiency in the home and methods to reduce energy bills.

So yes, our experiences and skillful electricians think PIV units are the way of the future.

PIV is said to be one of the most popular and efficient methods used for home ventilation in the UK and Tyne Electrical Services are noticing an increase in PIV installations across East Devon.

If your property is a honey pot for condensation and damp, you’re probably familiar with problems associated with mould. The unpleasant smell and growth of black mould can lead to serious health conditions and breathing problems.

Having a PIV unit will prevent the build up of any black mould as damp and stale air is constantly removed from inside your home.

Which Type of PIV should I have installed?

There are a few types of systems on the market, they might differ slightly in their design but ultimately they function in the same way to remove excess condensation and moisture from inside your home.

At Tyne Electrical Services, we have installed the Drimaster Eco unit which is installed in loft spaces through which fresh air is drawn in. Ducts are used to lead to a diffuser which is installed in the ceiling.

Another type we have installed in properties in East Devon is the Flatmaster PIV unit, this type is very popular amongst landlords and property agents who require social housing ventilation solutions in the absence of loft spaces. The PIV unit is mounted onto an external wall, fresh air from outside can enter through filters into spaces such as hallways.

Tyne Electrical Services, PIV installers in East Devon

Living in Devon has many perks, the beaches, old towns and beautiful scenery around every corner. 
However, the region is prone to damper climates which often leaves many buildings in East Devon prone to the build up of condensation and excess moisture.

Tyne Electrical Services are experienced when it comes to installing PIV units, we recommend using a qualified electrician such as ourselves as specific skills are required when preparing any loft spaces for adequate ventilation, precision when installing extractor fans in specific locations in the loft and inspecting any party walls to ensure they are stable and in tact.

As NICEIC approved electrical engineers, we guarantee that our workmanship is above board and in line with industry regulations.

If your property is in East Devon, give us a call today to book your PIV installation.