AIR PRESSURE TESTING ACROSS the United Kingdom

Ensure Your Building Meets Regulations and Saves Energy with UKBC's ATTMA Accredited Air Pressure Testing

Don't let your building fail to meet legal standards

Air Pressure Testing, also known as Air Tightness Testing or Air Permeability Tests, measures how much air is escaping from your building.


Uncontrolled air leakage through gaps around windows, sockets, or where the external wall meets the floor can cause cold draughts, heat loss and higher heating bills.

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Benefits and Compliance

Air escaping from your building can lead to cold drafts and heat loss, impacting energy efficiency and increasing heating bills. Enhancing your building's air tightness can lower costs and improve overall energy performance. Legal regulations require sufficient air tightness for new developments. Compliance with air tightness testing is mandated by Part L1A and L2A (England & Wales), Section 6 (Scotland), and Part F1 (Northern Ireland) of The Building Regulations.


Since 2006 in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, and 2010 in Scotland, air permeability testing has been mandatory for all new builds. Testing should be carried out near project completion to ensure the building meets or exceeds the air permeability rating specified in your design stage SAP or SBEM Calculations.


Why choose UKBC for your Air Pressure Testing? 


Same day certificates

Offers immediate verification and compliance, keeping your project on schedule.

No hidden fees in your quote

Ensures transparency and helps you budget accurately.

Site readiness checklist

Helps prevent delays by ensuring your site meets all necessary requirements beforehand.

Full diagnostics

Provides a comprehensive assessment of your site's condition and performance.

On-Site Training

Enhances your team's skills and knowledge, leading to better project outcomes.

Air Pressure Testing Services

For Dwellings

Ensure your home is energy-efficient and compliant. Our tests will identify and help fix any air leakage, saving you money on heating bills.

For Non-Dwellings

Commercial buildings need rigorous testing. Make sure your business property meets all necessary air tightness regulations with our expert service.

For PAS 2035

Meet the PAS 2035 standards for retrofitted buildings. Our tests ensure compliance and improve your building's energy efficiency.

For Passivhaus Standard

Achieve exceptional energy efficiency with our Passivhaus-standard testing. We help you create a comfortable, sustainable building.

UKBC offers Air Pressure Testing for domestic and commercial projects

Domestic

  • Enhances energy efficiency and reduces heating bills
  • Prevents drafts and maintains consistent indoor temperatures
  • Ensures compliance with building regulations
  • Guarantees high standards of efficiency and sustainability

Commercial

  • Optimises energy use and reduces operational costs
  • Improves indoor comfort for employees and customers
  • Ensures compliance with regulatory standards
  • Enhances market value and sustainability reputation

 * Note: These are guide prices. Actual prices may vary. Contact us for an accurate quote.

Embark on your next construction project with confidence.

Choose UKBC for professional Air Pressure Testing and experience a seamless, efficient process that delivers results.

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FAQs

How many tests do I need?

Under the 2021 Part L Building Regulations, it is now required that every new build plot requires its own Air Tightness Test.

What do I need to score to achieve a pass?

The maximum allowable air permeability set out in Part L is 8 m3/m2.h @ 50Pa. However, most new build dwellings will require a lower target than this as determined by the SAP Calculations & 5 m3/m2.h @ 50Pa is  a common target used.  

What happens if the test fails?

Our service includes for full diagnostics. Our engineer will ensure that all major leakages are identified & that the site contact is made aware of how to resolve these problems.  

At what stage does the building need to be tested?

The building envelope should be complete, all fixtures & fittings fitted & all penetrations sealed. For more information - our guide on how to pass an air test can be found on the link here https://www.ukbuildingcompliance.co.uk/how-to-pass-an-air-tightness-test/