Air Management

Air & Sound Testing

Part L changes

Part L of the Building Regulations requires all new dwellings to be tested for air permeability (air tightness).

Under the revised Regulations* an overall reduction in energy consumption is likely to mean that previous assumed values for air tightness will no longer be acceptable and an air test will need to be completed for Building Control approval.

If the development has more than one unit then multiple tests may be required. The number of tests is based on defining different dwelling types and the prescribed sampling method from Part L.

Buildbase have teamed up with Chiltern Dynamics to offer an air tightness testing which meets these revised regulations:

A fast, efficient service – Chiltern Dynamics have a dedicated hotline for Buildbase customers and a highly trained team to handle your enquiry quickly and efficiently
Nationwide coverage – Chiltern Dynamics employ a nationwide team of highly skilled test engineers so there’s always an engineer near you
All inclusive price – The price you see is the price you pay. There are no hidden extras!
Knowledgeable engineers – Chiltern Dynamics are experts in air and sound testing and can advise you on how to achieve the desired result
Fully accredited – Chiltern Dynamics are fully accredited (UKAS, ATTMA, BINDT) and their evidence is readily accepted by Building control
Outstanding value for money – the overall service and competitive prices we provide our customers represents outstanding value for money
Part of the BM TRADA Group – Chiltern Dynamics are part of the BM TRADA Group who have been supporting the construction industry for over 75 years

For more information, visit www.airtightness-testing.co.uk

Sound testing also offered

Part E of the Building Regulations requires new dwellings and conversions to demonstrate sound insulation of party walls and/or floors. For new dwellings, it may be possible to pay to use Robust Details, but if not, pre-completion sound tests will be needed on 10% of the units.