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MVHR heat recovery ventilation Leicester

MVHR Heat Recovery Ventilation in Leicester

Fresh air throughout your home without losing heat. We install MVHR systems that recover up to 90% of the warmth from extracted air — keeping your home ventilated, healthy and energy-efficient all year.

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90%Heat recovery efficiency
Part FBuilding Regulations compliant
QuietWhole-house background operation
CertifiedFully certified engineers

Fresh Air, Less Heat Loss

MVHR — Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery — is a whole-house ventilation system that simultaneously extracts stale air from wet rooms and supplies fresh filtered air to living areas. As the two air streams pass through the heat exchanger in the central unit, up to 90% of the warmth from the outgoing stale air is transferred to the incoming fresh air — so you get fresh, filtered air without losing heat.

MVHR is the ventilation strategy of choice for new builds and high-performance homes. It meets Building Regulations Part F requirements for controlled ventilation, eliminates condensation and mould caused by poor air quality, and reduces the energy needed to heat incoming fresh air throughout winter.

  • Extracts from kitchens, bathrooms and utility rooms
  • Supplies fresh filtered air to bedrooms and living rooms
  • Up to 90% heat recovery from outgoing air
  • Quiet continuous background operation

Suitable for New Builds and Retrofits

MVHR is easiest to install during construction, but we also carry out MVHR retrofits in existing properties where access for ductwork is available. We assess the feasibility during the free survey.

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Our engineers assess your home and design an MVHR system that meets your ventilation requirements and Building Regulations.

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The Benefits of MVHR

A well-designed MVHR system delivers fresh air, eliminates condensation and reduces heating costs — simultaneously.

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Heat Recovery

Up to 90% of heat from extracted air is transferred to incoming fresh air.

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Continuous Fresh Air

A constant supply of filtered fresh air to every living space and bedroom.

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No Condensation

Controlled moisture extraction eliminates condensation, damp and mould.

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Filtered Air

Incoming air is filtered to remove pollen, dust and airborne pollutants.

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Quiet Operation

Runs in the background without noise disruption in any room of the home.

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Regulation Compliant

Systems designed to meet Building Regulations Part F requirements for new homes.

How MVHR Works in Your Home

A central unit connected to every room via ductwork — extracting from wet rooms, supplying to living areas.

Kitchens

Stale, humid cooking air extracted continuously or boosted during cooking.

Bathrooms

Moisture and odour removed from bathrooms automatically after use.

Utility Rooms

Laundry moisture extracted to prevent damp in utility and plant rooms.

Living Rooms

Fresh filtered air supplied quietly to main living areas throughout the day.

Bedrooms

Continuous fresh air supply for healthier, more restful sleep.

Home Offices

Lower CO2 levels in home office spaces for better concentration.

Children's Rooms

Clean, filtered air in children's bedrooms for better health and sleep.

Open-Plan Areas

Fresh air distribution across open-plan kitchen-diner-living spaces.

Our MVHR Installation Process

A carefully designed and installed system commissioned to the correct airflow rates for your home.

1

Survey & Design

We assess your home and design the duct layout, unit position and airflow rates.

2

Ductwork

We install the central unit and all supply and extract ductwork throughout the property.

3

Commissioning

We balance and commission the system to the correct airflow rates for each room.

4

Handover

Full documentation, filter schedule and user handover provided on completion.

MVHR Brands We Install

We work with leading MVHR manufacturers to deliver efficient, quiet whole-house ventilation systems.

Toshiba
Daikin
Samsung
Fujitsu
Refcom

MVHR Installation Across Leicester

We install MVHR heat recovery ventilation throughout Leicester and surrounding areas.

Leicester Loughborough Hinckley Grantham Market Harborough Oakham Melton Mowbray Nottingham Derby Coventry Northampton Peterborough

Frequently Asked Questions

Is MVHR only for new builds?

No. While MVHR is easiest to install during construction, we also carry out retrofits in existing properties where there is suitable access for ductwork — typically through loft spaces or service voids. We assess feasibility during the free survey.

How much heat does MVHR actually recover?

Modern MVHR units recover between 85% and 93% of the heat from extracted air depending on the unit specification. This significantly reduces the energy needed to heat incoming fresh air, particularly during winter months.

Will I hear it running?

At normal operating speeds, MVHR is designed to run in the background without being noticeable. The central unit is typically located in a loft or plant room, and correctly designed ductwork keeps noise in individual rooms to a minimum.

How often does an MVHR system need servicing?

We recommend a filter change every 6–12 months and a full system check annually. This keeps the system running at peak efficiency and maintains the air quality benefits throughout the home.

Fresh Air Without Heat Loss

Contact Elite Cooling & Heating for professional MVHR installation across Leicester and surrounding areas.

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