Smoke Shaft Air Testing: Why It Matters and How to Avoid a Failed Test Smoke shafts are commonly installed in high-rise buildings as part of a fire-engineered smoke control strategy. They play an important role in helping to remove smoke from a building during a fire, allowing escape routes to remain as clear as possible. …
Professional Noise and Acoustic Consultancy in London Noise can have a significant impact on the way a building is designed, used and enjoyed. Whether you are planning a new residential development, dealing with a noise complaint, installing new plant or equipment, or simply trying to improve the sound insulation of an existing building, getting the …
10 Reasons for Undertaking a Thermal Imaging Survey The are hundreds of reasons why you should undertake thermal imaging to electrical systems within your building; however, here is the top 10 reasons: How often should an Infrared Electrical Inspection be undertaken? Ideally an electrical thermal imaging inspection should ideally be conducted every 6 to 12 …
Thermal Imaging Surveys: Identifying Building Defects When it comes to maintaining the health, performance and energy efficiency of a building, thermal imaging surveys are an invaluable diagnostic tool. Using advanced infrared technology, thermal cameras can detect temperature variations that are invisible to the naked eye, helping to uncover hidden problems before they become costly repairs. …
BREEAM Indoor Air Quality Testing: Why It Matters When we think about what makes a building great, energy bills and acoustics usually come to mind first. But there’s something just as important hiding in plain sight: the air your occupants are breathing every single day. That’s exactly why BREEAM puts indoor air quality front and …
Why Choose APT for Your Thermal Imaging Survey? When it comes to finding problems that cannot be seen with the naked eye, thermal imaging can be an incredibly valuable tool. At APT Sound Testing, we provide professional thermal imaging surveys for clients across the UK, helping to identify hidden faults, energy inefficiencies and potential maintenance …
Top 10 Benefits of Thermal Imaging for Buildings Thermal imaging for buildings is transforming how we approach property maintenance, energy efficiency, and safety. Using highly trained Level 3 thermographers, using the latest thermal imaging cameras provide a non-invasive, real-time way to inspect a building’s envelope and systems. With applications ranging from building energy saving to …
BREEAM Indoor Air Quality Testing – Everything You Need to Know Creating a healthy indoor environment is becoming an increasingly important part of modern construction. Whether you’re developing an office, healthcare facility, school or residential building, achieving excellent indoor air quality is essential for both occupant wellbeing and BREEAM compliance. At APT Sound Testing, we’ve …
Commercial Air Tightness Testing Requirements: A Complete Guide Commercial air tightness testing is a legal requirement for most new commercial buildings across the UK. It plays a vital role in demonstrating compliance with Approved Document L (Part L) of the Building Regulations, helping to ensure that buildings achieve modern standards for energy efficiency, carbon reduction, …
Extractor Fan Testing: A Complete Guide to Part F Building Regulations As modern homes become increasingly airtight and energy efficient, effective ventilation has never been more important. While improved insulation helps reduce energy consumption, it also means that moisture, pollutants and stale air can become trapped inside a property if ventilation systems are not performing …