We often undertake Indoor VOC testing for BREEAM; however, what does the term VOC stand for? VOC means “volatile organic compounds.” These gases are released from numerous products and building…

BREEAM provides extra credits through improving indoor air quality. There are five credits available in this section, sitting within the Health and Wellbeing category. This is split into two areas:…

Before our engineers arrive on site to undertake the commercial air tightness test, please ensure you have sent us the design air permeability figure and been through the checklist below,…

Before our engineers arrive on site to undertake the air tightness test, please ensure you have sent us the design air permeability figure and been through the checklist below, this…

Smoke Leakage Surveys to Pass Air Tightness Testing This article explains the use of combined air tightness testing and smoke surveys to identify air leakage paths in houses and commercial…

Have you failed your Air Tightness Test? On previous projects were our clients buildings have failed the air tightness test,  we have used combined air tightness testing and smoke surveys…

Is Air Tightness Testing Mandatory on all new Buildings From June 2022 all new dwellings and commercial buildings will need air tightness tests. Gone are the days when many (not…

Our Air Tightness Testing Procedure Client’s often ask how we undertake the onsite air tightness testing. The air tightness test is undertaken in-line with Part L and the ATTMA standard.…

What is Air Tightness Testing or Blower Door Testing?   An airtightness test is a whole building test that measures how easy it is for air to leak through a building…

Sound Testing and Acoustic Design for Lease Conditions  Are you changing from carpet to hard floor finishes in you apartment? If you are changing a carpet floor finish to wooden…

Improving Sound Insulation in Party Floors Customers often ask us how they can improve the sound insulation performance of their party floors. We have undertaken hundreds of acoustic design reviews…

Improving Party Wall Soundproofing to Pass Sound Testing We often get asked by our clients how they can improve the party wall sound proofing (or sound insulation) to pass party…

Sound Proofing – Adding Resilience to Walls To ensure you provide the best sound proofing solution possible, you need to incorporate a layer of resilience to anything you add to…

What Types of Sound Insulation Testing is Needed on Flats? There are two types of sound tests that are required for flats to comply with Approved Document E; they are:…

Improving Sound Insulation in Dwellings In many cases residents often hear noises such as raised voices, laughter, or loud music. If you have adequate sound insulation you should not normally be able…

The Optimal Weather Conditions for Thermal Imaging Surveys There are a few things to consider when undertaking a thermal imaging survey. One of the most important items is that there…

How Much Does an Electrical Infrared Inspection Cost? This is a very common question; however, its not always simple to answer as depends on numerous factors.  When we sit down…

What Types of Electrical Equipment Require Thermal Imaging Inspections? Electrical thermal Imaging inspections, makes it possible to identify electrical defects such as loose connections and over loaded circuits (one of…

Electrical Thermal Imaging Services Are you looking for an experienced electrical thermal imaging to undertake your infrared thermographic inspections on your critical assets? requirements? APT provide a professional service to all…

Electrical Thermographic Surveys in London  Are you looking for an experienced electrical thermal imaging to undertake your infrared thermographic inspections on your critical assets? requirements? APT provide a professional service…

Roadmap to a Successful Thermal Imaging Inspection Why choose us to undertake your thermal imaging survey? We have many years’ experience in all aspects of engineering, construction, maintenance, management, and…

Air Leakage Paths Found During Thermal Imaging Surveys Air infiltration can be a huge problem in new build and existing buildings. Excess draughts can lead result in an unpleasant environment…

Thermal Imaging for Flat Roof Inspections If you have a leak on an existing flat roof and have been told that a new roof is needed, then call us first. APT…

Thermal Imaging to Identify Air Leakage in Buildings Combining air leakage testing and thermal imaging is very efficient method of identifying air leakage paths in buildings. Excess air leakage paths…