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"We were thoroughly impressed with ATSPACE's exceptional service. They completed our background ventilation testing quickly. The process was seamless, thanks to their swift turnaround and competitive pricing. A definite 5-star experience!"

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Ventilation Flow Rate:
Commissioning and Balancing: Ventilation Testing refers to Part F of the building regulations. Ventilation Testing goes hand in hand with air pressure testing. You quite simply can’t have one without the other.

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Commercial buildings also require air pressure testing. Speak to our Relationship managers to understand our full suite of commercial services and get your build Compliant FAST.

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Why not book your Air tightness testing with your ventilation flow rate testing. Build tight, ventilate right. Let us get both Compliant with our one stop shop for compliance.

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Background ventilation testing focuses specifically on assessing the performance of natural ventilation within buildings.

Background ventilation systems provide a continuous, low-level flow of fresh air into a building, typically through vents or grilles installed in walls, windows, or ceilings. This passive airflow helps maintain indoor air quality by allowing for the gradual exchange of stale air with fresh outdoor air. Unlike some active ventilation systems that rely on fans or mechanical components to extract air from specific areas or rooms, background ventilation operates quietly and continuously, providing a constant supply of fresh air throughout the building.

In contrast, extract fans and mechanical ventilation systems are designed to remove air from specific areas or rooms, often in response to localised sources of moisture, pollutants, or odours. Extract fans, for example, are commonly installed in kitchens and bathrooms to remove steam, smoke, and odours generated during cooking or bathing. Mechanical ventilation systems, such as heat recovery ventilation (HRV) or mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR), use fans and ductwork to supply fresh air and extract stale air from the building, often with the added benefit of recovering heat from outgoing air.

While extract fans and mechanical ventilation systems play important roles in controlling indoor air quality and moisture levels, background ventilation is essential for providing a baseline level of fresh air throughout the building, even when specific areas or rooms are not in use. By ensuring that background ventilation systems operate effectively, background ventilation testing helps maintain a healthy and comfortable indoor environment for building occupants, promoting overall well-being and compliance with building regulations.

In the UK, compliance with building regulations includes adherence to standards set for ventilation, among other factors. Background ventilation, while not a standalone compliance regulation, is an essential aspect of meeting these standards. It ensures the continuous supply of fresh air into buildings, as mandated by regulations such as Part F (Ventilation) of the Building Regulations. This helps maintain a healthy indoor environment, mitigating issues like condensation and indoor air pollution. While variations in requirements exist based on factors like building size and usage, background ventilation remains a critical component of regulatory compliance in the UK.

Get your background ventilation test booked in with ATSPACE today to ensure compliance with UK building regulations and maintain a healthy indoor environment.

 

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ATSPACE adopts a progressive approach, providing top-tier design, consultancy, and compliance services across all project facets. With a diverse client base spanning from individual self-builders to national house builders, our team understands the industry's challenges first-hand. As a developer myself, I empathise with the complexities and stresses associated with regulatory compliance, which drives our commitment to delivering a transparent and hassle-free experience.

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ATSPACE boasts a loyal customer base, driving our continual growth as a leading building compliance company. Our dedication to becoming your go-to choice for compliance needs is fuelled by the unwavering support of our customers and partners. We are committed to providing unparalleled service, steadfast support, and a stress-free journey for all our clients.

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Background Ventilation - Questions Answered

What is heat recovery ventilation?

Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) systems improve indoor air quality and energy efficiency by transferring heat from outgoing stale air to incoming fresh air. To learn more, watch the video.

How Can I Get Better Ventilation?

To improve ventilation, open windows in rooms with stuffy, moist air like bathrooms and utility rooms, and keep doors closed to prevent condensation elsewhere. For new builds or renovations, consider types of ventilation systems like intermittent fans, passive stacks, continuous ventilation, or MVHR systems. For more details, watch the video.

What Are The Different Types of Ventilation?

The four types of ventilation are intermittent extract systems, passive stack systems, continuous mechanical ventilation, and mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR). To learn more, watch the video.

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Take a look at some of the many ways we’ve helped our clients achieve building compliance success on their projects.

"We were thoroughly impressed with ATSPACE's exceptional service. They completed our background ventilation testing quickly. The process was seamless, thanks to their swift turnaround and competitive pricing. A definite 5-star experience!"

Andrew Taylor

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Improved background ventilation

ATSPACE impressed us with their efficient background ventilation testing. Quick results and reasonable pricing made compliance effortless. Definitely deserving of 5 stars!

Steve Howden

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ATSPACE exceeded our expectations with their thorough background ventilation testing. Their prompt delivery of results and competitive pricing made everything easy! I highly recommend their services and would rate them a solid 5 stars!

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Whether you’re working on a residential or commercial development, rely on us to take care of all your design, consulting, compliance and certification requirements, whatever the stage of your project. When everything is under one roof, why go anywhere else?

Design & planning, part built, as built or energy certification, you can be confident that your project will meet compliance every step of the way. All work is done in-house by our team of dedicated engineers and energy assessors, so you can be sure of an efficient, thorough and top-quality service. To find out more about our multi-disciplinary service offering, simply select the service you require by clicking the icons below. In a rush? Contact us now and get put straight through to a technical expert who will handle your enquiry efficiently.

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