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 BREEAM schemes.

Sound Insulation Testing also referred as acoustic insulation or acoustic testing is a process of testing the resistance to the passage of sound in a new constructed building. A sample of dwelling on new construction development project is performed to ascertain the sound insulation level in certain building elements. It is done to make sure that the amount of noise in the building does not affect the neighbours and environment.

The process of sound insulation guarantees a good quality of life for the residents of the building tested and the neighbours also. It is a compliance with Part E of the Building Regulations.

Southern Assessors has the professional UKAS accredited engineers to perform sound insulation testing services throughout the UK. They have professionals who can advice you from design to completion.

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Southern Assessors provide UKAS accredited engineers to carry out airborne and impact sound insulation testing throughout the UK
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Advisory service from design to completion

Comprehensive Sound Testing Solutions by Southern Assessors

In today’s world, noise pollution has a huge impact on us and our neighbouring communities. Thus, testing for sound insulation in our houses in particular is crucial. This will help us in ensuring that building standards are met and that we, as residents, have a better quality of life.

Southern Assessors is adept at conducting such sound testing to meet the needs and requirements of Part E of the UK Building Regulations. We serve clients from both residential and office developments to help them meet their acoustics credentials without fail.

What Is Sound Testing?

Sound insulation testing, which is also also referred to as acoustic insulation testing refers to the ability of a building to minimise or shrink sound transfer between spaces. This procedure involves the measurement of airborne and impact sounds, which is often done with party walls and floors in multi-unit developments and buildings.

The goal of this procedure is to ensure that the sounds within your building are managed at an acceptable level so that they do not cause any nuisance to the surrounding areas or people. Such tests aid us in protecting our privacy and convenience.

Why Is Sound Testing Necessary?

Regulatory Compliance: Part E of the UK Building Regulations needs proper and accurate sound insulation testing to be done in every structure to help reduce noise transmission in England.
Sustainability Objectives: Sound testing also means meeting several other standards, such as BB93- Acoustics for Schools or BREEAM certifications which demonstrate a commitment to multi-dwelling development that is both environmentally sound and harmless.
Better Standard of Living: Sound testing does the job of preventing unpleasant environmental noise from becoming an annoyance in living areas. Soundproofing also effectively contributes to high welfare standards in our localities; this is particularly important in high-density housing areas.

Essential steps in the sound testing process

A sound test usually follows the following method:

Pre-Test Consultation: Our team offers important advice during the beginning of a construction process; this in turn helps you or the developers plan for good acoustic solutions all along.
Preparation of the site before sound testing: Before utilising our equipment for conducting the sound testing, your building must meet certain conditions like completed floors, ceilings or doors in order to get accurate and precise testing results from the procedure.
Testing Procedures: With the help of state-of-the-art equipment, we also carry out airborne sound tests and impact noise testing on walls and ceilings. These tests perfectly measure the sound insulation levels of different parts, such as floors or tiles and window openings.
Reporting and Recommendations: After the test is complete, our clients receive the full details of all the results and any other necessary actions that need to be taken to meet code standards properly.

Collaborate with Southern Assessors

At Southern Assessors, we also provide a variety of other services for assuring compliance with the standard building regulations. These include air tightness tests, SAP calculations and other tests as well.

Our skills and expertise ensure that your buildings will not only be soundproof, but also energy-efficient and sustainable. Our professional staff and accurately calibrated equipment used in all tests promise the most reliable results. For more realistic information about our services or to schedule sound insulation testing in Hampshire, Wiltshire and Dorset or any other part of the UK, you can call us today!