Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) in Chelsea
A free survey, a clear specification and a fixed price for heat recovery ventilation in Chelsea.
- Free site survey and fixed written quote
- Equipment, positions and price set out in writing
- Work planned around your opening hours
How much does heat recovery ventilation cost in Chelsea?
Our guide range in Chelsea is £6,350–£24,995 per unit installed before VAT; a typical job (heat recovery for a 100–200 m² office) is £8,895–£18,550 plus VAT. Your exact price is fixed in writing once we have surveyed.
Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) supplies fresh air and extracts stale air through a unit with a heat exchanger, which transfers much of the heat from the outgoing air to the incoming air.
Chelsea and surrounding areas
Chelsea sits within London's dense commercial fabric: shopfronts, offices above, studios and venues, where outdoor unit positions and access need careful planning.
That includes premises in SW3 and SW10 and the surrounding districts. We also work in nearby Battersea, Fulham and Pimlico. For heat recovery ventilation in Chelsea, the survey looks at how the space is used, where equipment and ductwork can go and what the electrical supply can take.
What we do
- Heat recovery unit with filters and summer bypass
- Supply and extract ductwork and grilles
- Intake and exhaust terminals
- Controls with CO2 or time control
- Balancing and commissioning
Heat recovery ventilation prices in Chelsea
These guide prices are adjusted for London, where labour and access costs run about 28% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceiling-void heat recovery unit (small) | £6,350–£11,450 | £7,620–£13,740 | per unit |
| Floor-standing or roof unit (medium) | £11,450–£24,995 | £13,740–£29,994 | per unit |
| Filter change | £120–£315 | £144–£378 | per unit |
| Annual service | £245–£505 | £294–£606 | per unit |
Ex VAT, supply and install including standard ductwork.
The steps for a project in Chelsea
Calculate
Fresh-air needs are calculated per room.
Select
A unit is chosen for air flow, efficiency and space.
Install
Unit, ductwork, terminals and controls are fitted. We keep work areas in Chelsea screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Balance
Supply and extract air flows are balanced and commissioned.
Local points to consider
Space
Units need space in the ceiling void or a plant area with access for filter changes.
Working hours
Most Chelsea businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Integration
Heat recovery pairs well with air conditioning, which handles the room heating and cooling.
Leased premises
If your Chelsea premises are leased, the landlord's written consent is usually needed for external units, wall penetrations and roof access. We provide drawings and data sheets for the request.
Types of premises we cover in Chelsea
- Schools and education: classroom cooling, ventilation and IT room cooling, installed in the holidays.
- Hotels and hospitality: quiet bedroom units, public-area cooling and heat recovery for hotels.
- Gyms and leisure: high-capacity cooling and fresh air for gym floors, studios and changing rooms.
In England, systems holding 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent of refrigerant or more fall under GB F-gas rules, with regular leak checks and records; buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total also need a periodic energy inspection.
FAQs for Chelsea
How much does heat recovery ventilation cost in Chelsea?
Guide prices in Chelsea run from about £6,350 to £24,995 per unit installed, plus VAT. A typical job (heat recovery for a 100–200 m² office) costs £8,895–£18,550 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Battersea, Fulham and Pimlico?
Yes. Alongside Chelsea, we also cover Battersea, Fulham and Pimlico. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Chelsea?
All of them, including SW3 and SW10. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Does MVHR cool a building?
Not really. It moderates incoming air temperature and has a summer bypass, but cooling comes from air conditioning.
Is MVHR noisy?
Correctly sized units and ductwork are quiet. Noise usually comes from undersized ducts or high fan speeds.
Talk to us about your premises in Chelsea
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.