Air Tightness / Pressure Testing
Air Testing also known as Pressure Testing is a mandatory requirement for newly built homes and Commercial buildings under Part L1of the Building Regulations. The test measures the air leakage
SAP Calculations & EPC’S
SAP (Standard Assessment Procedure) is used to provide energy ratings for new builds, extensions and converted change of use dwellings in order to comply with requirements stated in Part L of the Building Regulations (England and Wales).
SBEM (Simplified Building Energy Model)
Developed by BRE for Communities and Local Government (CLG). Carried out by fully accredited assessors to demonstrate compliance with the requirements of Part L2 of the Building Regulations for new and refurbished
Sound Testing
Sound insulation testing is carried out to demonstrate compliance with Building Regulations Document E 2003. There are further requirements set out in other documents such as BB93, The Code for Sustainable Homes, HTM 08-01 and
Planning Statements And Energy Statement
Most Local Planning Authorities now require an energy statement to be submitted as part of a planning application. Southern Assessors energy consultants can provide energy statements to demonstrate a reduction in carbon emissions from
BREEAM and the Code for Sustainable Homes
BREEAM and the Code for Sustainable Homes (CSH) have been used by planning authorities as a condition for planning permission as they have a statutory requirement to contribute towards reducing carbon emissions.
Level 5 Energy Assessment & Dynamic Simulation
Southern Assessors offer Level 5 Energy Assessment & Dynamic Simulation for New Buildings (using IES Software)
Part G Water Calculations
The latest building regulations set a maximum of 125 litres per person / day for internal water use. This is enforced by Approved Document G (sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency).
Part F Ventilation Testing
Part F of the Building regulations now have a requirement to test ventilation systems in all new build developments, Southern Assessors can carry out the testing by qualified engineers...
Over heating calculations both Simplified & CIBSE TM52 & TM59
Approved Document O came into force for all Building Regulations building applications and initial notices for residential buildings in England from 15 June 2022....
BS8233 Noise surveys for planning
Within the planning process of new residential properties, if the proposed development is to be impacted by road traffic, railway noise, or industrial facilities of proximity...
BB93 Acoustics for schools
It sets out minimum performance standards for the acoustics of school buildings, and describes the normal means of demonstrating compliance with the Building Regulations.
PSI Thermal Bridging calculations
A Psi-value (also written as a ψ–value) is the measure of how much heat is expected to be lost through a particular junction. Unlike a U-value, which measures heat loss across the...