Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) in Southampton
A free survey, a clear specification and a fixed price for heat recovery ventilation in Southampton.
- 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 Southampton?
Our guide range in Southampton is £5,695–£22,500 per unit installed before VAT; a typical job (heat recovery for a 100–200 m² office) is £7,995–£16,695 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.
Southampton and surrounding areas
Southampton is one of the main commercial centres in Hampshire, with city-centre offices, retail streets, hospitality venues and business parks on its edges.
We cover every Southampton postcode, including SO15. We also cover Hythe, Totton and Eastleigh, all within easy reach of Southampton. Buildings across Hampshire 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 is included
- 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
Guide prices in Southampton
These guide prices are adjusted for the South East, where labour and access costs run about 15% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceiling-void heat recovery unit (small) | £5,695–£10,295 | £6,834–£12,354 | per unit |
| Floor-standing or roof unit (medium) | £10,295–£22,500 | £12,354–£27,000 | per unit |
| Filter change | £110–£280 | £132–£336 | per unit |
| Annual service | £225–£455 | £270–£546 | per unit |
Ex VAT, supply and install including standard ductwork.
How we work in Southampton
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 Southampton screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Balance
Supply and extract air flows are balanced and commissioned.
Points to plan for in Southampton
Space
Units need space in the ceiling void or a plant area with access for filter changes.
Working hours
Most Southampton businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Filters
Filters must be changed regularly to keep air flow and air quality up.
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.
Who we work with in Southampton
- 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 Southampton
How much does heat recovery ventilation cost in Southampton?
Guide prices in Southampton run from about £5,695 to £22,500 per unit installed, plus VAT. A typical job (heat recovery for a 100–200 m² office) costs £7,995–£16,695 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Hythe, Totton and Eastleigh?
Yes. Alongside Southampton, we also cover Hythe, Totton and Eastleigh. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Southampton?
All of them, including SO15. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Is MVHR noisy?
Correctly sized units and ductwork are quiet. Noise usually comes from undersized ducts or high fan speeds.
How efficient is heat recovery ventilation?
Commercial units commonly recover the majority of the heat in the extract air, depending on the unit type and conditions. We give the figures for the unit we propose.
Talk to us about your premises in Southampton
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.