Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) in York
Heat recovery ventilation for businesses in York — 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 York?
Our guide range in York is £4,795–£18,895 per unit installed before VAT; a typical job (heat recovery for a 100–200 m² office) is £6,750–£14,050 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.
Working in York
In York, commercial premises range from city-centre office blocks and shopping streets to restaurants, hotels and industrial estates.
That includes premises in YO1, YO10, YO24, YO31 and YO90 and the surrounding districts. We also cover Selby, Harrogate and Goole, all within easy reach of York. Heat recovery ventilation in York is priced from a written specification that lists the equipment, positions, controls and commissioning.
What you get
- 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 York
Prices below include our regional adjustment for Yorkshire and the Humber (3% below the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceiling-void heat recovery unit (small) | £4,795–£8,695 | £5,754–£10,434 | per unit |
| Floor-standing or roof unit (medium) | £8,695–£18,895 | £10,434–£22,674 | per unit |
| Filter change | £90–£240 | £108–£288 | per unit |
| Annual service | £190–£385 | £228–£462 | per unit |
Ex VAT, supply and install including standard ductwork.
The steps for a project in York
Calculate
Fresh-air needs are calculated per room. For sites in York 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 York
Filters
Filters must be changed regularly to keep air flow and air quality up.
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.
Integration
Heat recovery pairs well with air conditioning, which handles the room heating and cooling.
Working hours
Most York businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Types of premises we cover in York
- 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 York?
Guide prices in York run from about £4,795 to £18,895 per unit installed, plus VAT. A typical job (heat recovery for a 100–200 m² office) costs £6,750–£14,050 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Selby, Harrogate and Goole?
Yes. Alongside York, we also cover Selby, Harrogate and Goole. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in York?
All of them, including YO1, YO10, YO24 and YO31. 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.
How often do filters need changing?
Typically every three to six months, depending on the location and filter grade.
Need heat recovery ventilation in York?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.