Improving Sound Insulation on London Properties Many of the dwellings in London consist of flats converted from large Victorian houses. Unfortunately at the time of the building conversion, designing for sound insulation was not a high priority and so many of the dwellings suffer from adverse noise transference between the floor and wall partitions. This …
Thermal Imaging Helps Surveyors Assess Commercial Properties When investing in a commercial property, whether it’s an office block, retail space, or mixed-use building, it’s vital to uncover hidden issues before you commit. Traditional surveys are essential, but they often can’t see what lies beneath the surface. That’s where thermal imaging comes in. Thermal imaging surveys …
Why Your Building Needs an Air Tightness Test When it comes to energy efficiency, keeping a building’s air barrier continuous and leak-free is essential. Air tightness testing measures how much air escapes from inside a building to the outside at low pressure. Even small leaks can create cold draughts and dramatically increase energy use. Why …
Thermal Imaging Helps Inspect Commercial Properties Thermal imaging has become an indispensable tool for surveyors assessing office blocks, retail units, and other commercial buildings. Whether you’re a buyer seeking reassurance or a surveyor conducting due diligence, infrared technology can reveal critical issues long before they become costly surprises. Why Thermal Imaging Matters for Buyers and …
Premium Thermal Imaging Surveys & APT Sound Testing When building problems strike, whether it’s a hidden roof leak, failing insulation, or an unexpected electrical fault, you don’t have time to wait. You need immediate answers, and you need them to be accurate. That’s exactly what our Premium Thermal Imaging Service delivers. Our Level 3 certified …
UKAS-Accredited Services Across the UK At APT Sound Testing, we specialise in delivering UKAS-accredited sound and air testing across London and the UK. Whether you’re working on a single dwelling, a block of flats, or a large mixed-use development, our expert engineers ensure your project complies with Approved Document E (Sound Testing) and Approved Document …
Planning Noise Surveys: A Practical Guide for Developers When applying for planning permission, one of the most common hurdles is meeting noise assessment requirements. At APT Sound Testing, we specialise in carrying out planning noise surveys that support applications across a wide range of developments — from residential apartments to industrial sites. With extensive experience …
BREEAM Thermal Imaging – Ensuring Energy Efficiency & Compliance At APT Sound Testing, we’ve been carrying out professional BREEAM thermal imaging surveys for over 10 years, helping clients across the UK achieve compliance, identify defects, and improve building performance. Using the latest high-resolution thermal imaging cameras and with all surveyors certified to Level 2 Thermography, …
Planning Noise Surveys: What You Need to Know At APT Sound Testing, we specialise in carrying out planning noise surveys that support planning applications across a wide range of developments. With extensive experience in BS8233 Noise Assessments for residential projects and BS4142 Industrial Noise Surveys for commercial and industrial schemes, we help clients meet planning …
Acoustic Consultancy – Your Complete Solution At APT Sound Testing, we provide a full turnkey acoustic consultancy service to help you meet planning requirements and Building Regulations Part E — ensuring your project passes building control for its acoustic elements, without unnecessary cost or delays. From initial site surveys through to final pre-completion testing, we …