Site Testing Group

  Air leakage happens where the conditioned airflow enters and leaves a construct uncontrollably through fissures and holes. The phenomenon is also known as infiltration, which is entirely different from what ventilation is. Latter is clean and fresh air that enters the building in a controlled way to discharge extra moisture and alleviate odours and stuffiness.  As Air Leakage is unrestrained, too much air can enter the house during chilly or windy weather, resulting in an extreme loss of heat and an unpleasant feeling of cold draughts.  Air Leakage plays a crucial role in the energy efficiency of buildings, and consequently, an  air leakage test  is imperative to demonstrate that the airtightness targets set for building energy estimations have been accomplished in real terms. Why Airtightness Evaluation Matters? Airtightness is a critical determinant in building energy efficiency and is, therefore, a prominent feature of ...

When an air tester is, scheduled to arrive, make sure the place is kept ready. A house or building fails to clear the airtightness test due to a majority of reasons.   A diagnostic test needs to be applied, on main air leakage paths. The main areas or reasons causing air testing to fail are: ·          Air leakage in and around the ceiling ·          Skirting boards are more likely to cause leakages. ·          Electrical fittings areas ·          In and around Smokestacks or chimneys, fireplaces, bathrooms, and doors ·          Windows and areas surrounding it, are not sealed properly. ·          Loft latches that are not, sealed. ·          Behind the kitchen shelves, or, platforms. ·    ...