Building Energy Experts produced a Sustainability & Energy Statement to support our planning application for 20 homes in Engine Common. They worked with our technical team to identify measures that would help energy savings across the development reduce residual carbon emissions. Despite the technical nature of the topic, the report was clear and concise and well received by the Council’s climate officers. I would happily recommend the team to other developers.
Ashley Grant, Planning Manager at Cotswold Homes – Sustainability & Energy Statement
Looking for reliable air testing in Bristol or the surrounding areas? We provide comprehensive air tightness testing services across the UK, ensuring your building meets regulations and maximises energy efficiency. For fast and reliable pulse and blower door testing throughout Bristol and the surrounding areas, look no further.
Our air tightness testing service tells you exactly how airtight your building is. This can help you plan a decarbonisation strategy, identify ways to save energy and meet regulatory requirements. Our experienced local air tightness engineers work across new build, residential, commercial, retrofit, and passivhaus environments, so can provide whatever support you need to get the job done.
For new build projects, we can help you develop an air tightness strategy from the design stage through to completion. This will ensure that the air tightness barrier is monitored throughout the build phase and lead to the most energy-efficient outcome. It is important to keep air leakage as a priority throughout the build as some issues can be hidden as the build progresses, and are difficult to remedy.
For existing properties, our engineers can identify the causes of air leakage issues and advise on the best steps forward. Find more detail on all assessment types here.
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Why work with us?
Experience
Our testing engineers have over 25 years of combined experience, with thousands of tests under our belts. There is not much we haven’t seen, meaning that we can provide on-site advice on every aspect of air tightness testing.
Quality
We consistently provide exceptional service to help clients pass their air test on the first visit, offering our knowledge to help them find leaks in their buildings and rectify any issues. If your property is unlikely to pass, we will advise on how to fix this.
Speed
Our Bristol office-based staff work hard to book all appointments as quickly as the delivery schedule allows. 95% of all tests take place within two weeks of the initial booking, with the majority of certificates provided within 24 hours of the site visit.
Pricing
Our rate card prices for all services are reviewed regularly, so we’re confident that you won’t find a better service for a better price anywhere else. If you think you’ve found one, we’ll either beat or match it.
Support
Navigating the complexity of energy efficiency, decarbonisation, and building regulation updates isn’t easy. We’ve worked hard to explain a range of topics related to building testing in plain English to help non-experts get the information they need.
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Looking for fast and reliable air tightness testing in Bristol or the surrounding areas?
Contact us today for a free quote and to discuss your specific project requirements. We offer competitive rates and prioritise fast turnaround times for all our clients.
My house is drafty and hard to heat, it is difficult to get it above 17-18 degrees on cold days even if the central heating has been on for quite awhile. The team at Building Energy Experts were very professional, explained what they were doing as they went along. The assessment was very useful, they have identified areas of air leakage etc and quick wins I can make. It has helped me prioritise my budget. I would definitely recommend using Building Experts.
David Butler, Homeowner – Retrofit West Advanced Air Tightness Test & Thermal Imaging
Dragonfly Power (a not-for-profit community energy group) work with local businesses, schools and other community organisations to increase the uptake of renewable energy. We appointed Building Energy Experts to do a number of energy assessments for local community halls. Their reports were thorough and they were structured in such a way that the hall owners could see the “cheap wins” and which measures would take more investment. Furthermore, the reports have formed the basis for a number of successful grant applications for the refurbishment of the buildings including the installation of solar panels, batteries and heat pumps. This has been a very successful arrangement and we look forward to working with BEE in the future.
Anton Page, Dragonfly Power – Commercial Energy Surveys & Commercial EPCs
Friendly, on time and technically proficient.
Andrew Crawford, Homeowner – retrofit West Advanced Air Tightness Test
The service you provided was very helpful in informing our understanding of the building and the design stage, with good communication and availability for follow-up queries following receipt of your report.
Hilary Kolinsky, Studio Skein – PAS 2038 Assessment, Testing & Commercial EPC
Building Energy Experts provided invaluable guidance on our journey to reduce our environmental impact. Their comprehensive survey quickly identified key areas where we were losing energy and helped us prioritise the most cost-effective solutions. With their support, we’re now able to make informed decisions about our energy upgrades and are well on our way to achieving our sustainability goals.
The Green Impact Team, Horfield Health Centre – Commercial Energy Survey & Testing
Air testing plays a vital part in many building projects. Here’s a brief introduction to the most common variations:
New Build Air Testing:
Residential Air Tightness Testing
All new dwellings need an air tightness test in order to calculate the dwelling emission rate (DER) as part of the mandatory SAP calculation process. This is normally done just before practical completion, with the result determining, in large part, what the final EPC rating of the building will be.
Commercial Air Tightness Testing
All new commercial buildings have needed an air leakage test in order to comply with building regulations since 2003. Beyond compliance, however, conducting air test throughout the construction process will help keep air leakage through the building fabric to a minimum.
Our engineers are experienced in testing a wide variety of commercial properties (office blocks, accommodation blocks, schools, hospitals, industrial units, laboratories, etc.) and have a great understanding of finding any air leakage or heat loss areas of the building.
Existing Property Air Testing:
Retrofit Air Tightness Testing
Retrofit projects following the PAS 2035 framework with a risk pathway C require an air tightness test. Most retrofit assessors in the UK are not qualified air testers, meaning that air tightness testing has to be done by an additional supplier. We cross-train our staff so that they can undertake both assessments and air tests in a single visit, creating less disturbance for residents and reducing the overall cost of the project.
Passivhaus Air Tightness Testing
Also referred to as Passive House air tightness testing, or low energy air testing, these tests are designed to ensure the stringent standards set by the Passivhaus Institute are met.
The testing process is more complex, with multiple stages, and each project requires at least three tests along the design and build phases.
Isolation Room Air Tightness Testing
This type of testing is undertaken in line with the technical standard BTS 03: Air permeability of isolation rooms which enables isolation facilities’ air permeability levels to be validated. Achieving low levels of Air Tightness is vital in controlling airborne infections. It helps rooms achieve the design pressurisation levels and flowrate levels during the commissioning process and reduces the risk of infection between the room and adjacent areas during normal operation and in the event of fan failure.
For more information, take a look at our other specialist testing services, or contact our experienced team directly who can advise on the best approach.