Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) in Kendal
Heat recovery ventilation for businesses in Kendal — surveyed, designed and priced in writing before any work starts.
- 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 Kendal?
Our guide range in Kendal is £4,850–£19,095 per unit installed before VAT; a typical job (heat recovery for a 100–200 m² office) is £6,795–£14,195 plus VAT. You get a fixed written quote after the free survey.
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.
Kendal and surrounding areas
Businesses in Kendal range from independent shops and restaurants to offices, clinics and warehouses.
That includes premises in LA9 and the surrounding districts. Nearby, we also cover Morecambe (about 30 km), Lancaster (about 31 km) and Barrow-in-Furness (about 39 km). For heat recovery ventilation in Kendal, the survey looks at how the space is used, where equipment and ductwork can go and what the electrical supply can take.
What the job covers
- Fresh-air rate and unit sizing
- Heat recovery unit with filters and summer bypass
- Supply and extract ductwork and grilles
- Controls with CO2 or time control
- Balancing and commissioning
Local guide prices for Kendal
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the North West (2% below the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceiling-void heat recovery unit (small) | £4,850–£8,750 | £5,820–£10,500 | per unit |
| Floor-standing or roof unit (medium) | £8,750–£19,095 | £10,500–£22,914 | per unit |
| Filter change | £95–£240 | £114–£288 | per unit |
| Annual service | £190–£385 | £228–£462 | per unit |
Ex VAT, supply and install including standard ductwork.
How a job in Kendal works
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. In Kendal we agree timings around your opening hours.
Balance
Supply and extract air flows are balanced and commissioned.
Points to plan for in Kendal
Filters
Filters must be changed regularly to keep air flow and air quality up.
Working hours
Most Kendal businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Summer bypass
A bypass avoids warming incoming air in summer.
Leased premises
If your Kendal 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 Kendal
- 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.
- Schools and education: classroom cooling, ventilation and IT room cooling, installed in the holidays.
Two rules matter for most businesses in England: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for more than 12 kW of air conditioning.
Your questions answered
How much does heat recovery ventilation cost in Kendal?
Guide prices in Kendal run from about £4,850 to £19,095 per unit installed, plus VAT. A typical job (heat recovery for a 100–200 m² office) costs £6,795–£14,195 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Morecambe, Lancaster and Barrow-in-Furness?
Yes. Alongside Kendal, we also cover Morecambe, Lancaster and Barrow-in-Furness. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Kendal?
All of them, including LA9. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
How often do filters need changing?
Typically every three to six months, depending on the location and filter grade.
Is MVHR noisy?
Correctly sized units and ductwork are quiet. Noise usually comes from undersized ducts or high fan speeds.
Get a guide price for Kendal
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.