Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) in London
Heat recovery ventilation for businesses in London — 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 London?
Budget roughly £6,350–£24,995 per unit installed ex VAT in London. For a typical job — heat recovery for a 100–200 m² office — expect £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.
Our coverage in London
We cover all of London, including Brent, Islington, Bexley, Barking and Sutton. Wherever your premises are, the survey, quote and installation follow the same steps.
Postcode districts we cover include BR1, E16, EN5, N16, SE7, SW8, W1 and WC2R. Buildings across London range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
What the job covers
- Fresh-air rate and unit sizing
- Heat recovery unit with filters and summer bypass
- Supply and extract ductwork and grilles
- Intake and exhaust terminals
- Balancing and commissioning
Local guide prices for London
Guide prices for London, set for London. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| 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.
How we work in London
Calculate
Fresh-air needs are calculated per room. For sites in London we confirm access and parking beforehand.
Select
A unit is chosen for air flow, efficiency and space.
Install
Unit, ductwork, terminals and controls are fitted.
Balance
Supply and extract air flows are balanced and commissioned.
Points to plan for in London
Summer bypass
A bypass avoids warming incoming air in summer.
Shared buildings
In multi-let buildings, roof space, risers and plant areas are often controlled by a managing agent. We work to their permits and method-statement requirements.
Integration
Heat recovery pairs well with air conditioning, which handles the room heating and cooling.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around London are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Who we work with in London
- 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.
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.
Questions about heat recovery ventilation in London
How much does heat recovery ventilation cost in London?
Guide prices in London 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 Surrey, Hertfordshire and Essex?
Yes. Alongside London, we also cover Surrey, Hertfordshire and Essex. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Is MVHR noisy?
Correctly sized units and ductwork are quiet. Noise usually comes from undersized ducts or high fan speeds.
How often do filters need changing?
Typically every three to six months, depending on the location and filter grade.
Talk to us about your premises in London
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.