Preparing your building fabric for a Heat Pump installation An air source heat pump is a device that transfers heat from the outside air to the inside of a house, using a refrigerant cycle. Air source heat pumps can provide heating and hot water for a home, using renewable energy and reducing carbon emissions; however, for …
An Introduction & Explanation of BREEAMBREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method), first published by the Building Research Establishment (BRE) in 1990, is the world’s longest established method of assessing, rating, and certifying the sustainability of buildings. More than 550,000 buildings have been ‘BREEAM-certified’ and over two million are registered for certification in more than …
The Importance of Air Quality Testing in the Property IndustryIn recent years, the focus on health and well-being has grown significantly, leading to a heightened awareness of the importance of indoor air quality (IAQ). This concern has permeated various sectors, with the property industry standing out as a crucial player in ensuring the well-being of …
APT Sound Testing Services ~ UKAS AccreditedHere at APT Sound Testing Services we undertake sound testing on all types of residential buildings and commercial buildings. We also undertake sound testing on schools and buildings containing rooms for residential purposes. We provide provide UKAS accredited sound testing for London and the whole of the UK as …
APT Sound Testing has many years’ experience of acoustic design, supported by our vast experience in construction design management and by utilizing the data from thousands of sound insulation tests, which gives us a clear understanding of the positives and negatives of many different construction types. This gives us a clear understanding of the requirements …
Thermographic Inspections for BREEAM Compliance APT undertakes BREEAM thermal imaging surveys specifically tailored to meet the requirements of BREEAM. The thermography surveys can contribute towards extra credits for overall BREEAM certification and provides visual evidence to the energy performance of a building. The BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Methodology) is a structured to analyse, rate and certify a …
The Importance of Thermal Imaging Surveys for BREEAM Thermal imaging surveys are important for BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) for several reasons: The Minimum Requirements for BREEAM Thermal Surveys BREEAM Thermal imaging surveys should be conducted by certified inspectors to ensure accuracy and compliance. For BREEAM thermographic surveys, a minimum of Level 2/Category …
Sound, Air & Vent Testing in One Seamless Package! For most new projects you are required to undertake air tightness, sound insulation and domestic extract testing. We are one of the few companies that are UKAS accredited to undertake both Air & Sound testing in compliance to Building Regulations and Standards. This means we can …
Soundproofing Floors and Ceilings APT provides acoustic testing and consultancy to help architects and developers achieve the minimum requirements of Part E of the Building Regulations for new build and/or conversion projects. We also carry out our specialist Lease Condition sound testing where specific sound reduction requirements are required unique to each residential building. The most …
F.A.Q for Raised Floor Plenum TestingRaised floor plenum testing demonstrates the air tightness of the space below the raised access floors. Achieving air tightness in plenums is critical in achieving efficient air handling within buildings. Once the plenum has been constructed, an air tightness test to BG65/2016 must be undertaken to ensure the plenum meets design specifications. Measuring …