Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) in Loughton
Heat recovery ventilation for businesses in Loughton — 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 Loughton?
Budget roughly £5,350–£20,995 per unit installed ex VAT in Loughton. For a typical job — heat recovery for a 100–200 m² office — expect £7,500–£15,650 plus VAT. The fixed price follows a 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.
Loughton and surrounding areas
Loughton has a compact centre of shops, cafés and offices, with business units on its outskirts. Telford is about 28 km away.
We work across Loughton's postcode districts, including IG10, MK5 and WV16. Nearby, we also cover Stourport-on-Severn (about 22 km), Kidderminster (about 22 km) and Leominster (about 26 km). We plan work in Loughton so the noisy parts happen when they disturb your business least.
What we do
- Fresh-air rate and unit sizing
- Heat recovery unit with filters and summer bypass
- Intake and exhaust terminals
- Controls with CO2 or time control
- Balancing and commissioning
Heat recovery ventilation prices in Loughton
Guide prices for Loughton, set for the East of England. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceiling-void heat recovery unit (small) | £5,350–£9,650 | £6,420–£11,580 | per unit |
| Floor-standing or roof unit (medium) | £9,650–£20,995 | £11,580–£25,194 | per unit |
| Filter change | £105–£265 | £126–£318 | per unit |
| Annual service | £210–£425 | £252–£510 | per unit |
Ex VAT, supply and install including standard ductwork.
How we work in Loughton
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 Loughton we agree timings around your opening hours.
Balance
Supply and extract air flows are balanced and commissioned.
Points to plan for in Loughton
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 Loughton are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Summer bypass
A bypass avoids warming incoming air in summer.
Neighbours and noise
Outdoor units near flats — common above shops — need careful siting so noise at neighbours' windows stays low. We choose positions and quieter units with that in mind.
Who we work with in Loughton
- 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.
Compliance in England: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Your questions answered
How much does heat recovery ventilation cost in Loughton?
Guide prices in Loughton run from about £5,350 to £20,995 per unit installed, plus VAT. A typical job (heat recovery for a 100–200 m² office) costs £7,500–£15,650 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Stourport-on-Severn, Kidderminster and Leominster?
Yes. Alongside Loughton, we also cover Stourport-on-Severn, Kidderminster and Leominster. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Loughton?
All of them, including IG10, MK5 and WV16. 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.
Need heat recovery ventilation in Loughton?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.