Introduction to Air Pressure testing: From the 1st of July 2008 dwellings that apply for planning permission will require an Air Pressure Test result on completion by law. As awareness of the benefits of pressure testing grows, with it grows the demand. Same too for Air pressure testing for existing dwellings, seen as a means of reducing draughts and improving general energy efficiency. Huge opportunities also exist in the commercial market. Air tightness plays a key role in fire safety (an air-tight barrier doubles as an oxygen barrier - oxygen is required for combustion). Air tightness plays a key role in maximizing the efficiency of air conditioning (and heat recovery) units which are common in commercial premises. In an age where computers play a vital role in many organisations, air tightness also plays a key role in creating a controlled environment from which to operate computer servers in.
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Mandatory Air pressure testing is required by building regulations from 1st July 2008*
All new single dwellings will require an Air Pressure Test from 1st July 2008**
There is a substantial lack of air pressure testing consultants in Ireland
 Many commercial buildings require an Air Pressure Test to ensure fire safety
The price of an Air Pressure Test ranges from €400-€700
Air Pressure Tests can be used to improve energy efficiency of existing buildings
Rapidly expanding market with huge opportunities
Up-skills participants to meet the new employment market demands
Increase your earning potential with a qualification in Air Pressure Testing
Air Pressure Tests can be used to improve energy efficiency of existing buildings
 Air Leakage Testing helps identify areas of a building experiencing heat loss
Air Leakage Tests help minimize energy usage in a house
Excellent add-on service for anybody in the construction sector
 Air Leakage Testing plays a vital role in building an A-Rated house
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About Air Permeability Pressure Testing
Air permeability can be measured by means of pressure testing of a building prior to completion.
The revised building regulations (24th January 2008) introduce mandatory air pressure testing for new dwellings. All new single dwellings will require an air pressure test from 1st July 2008. In the case of a development the following guidelines apply:
Number of pressure tests required per dwelling type |
| Number of units |
number of tests required |
| 1-4 |
one test |
| 5-40 |
two tests |
| 41-100 |
5% of dwelling type |
| 101+ (if target is reached) |
2% |
| 101+ (if target is not reached) |
5% |
*The regulations apply to new houses and apartments where substantial work commences on or after 1st July 2008.
**‘for small developments, no more then three dwelling units, a specific pressure test may not be necessary. If it can be demonstrated by way of a report, that during the preceding 12 months a dwelling of the same type constructed by the same builder achieved an acceptable standard.
***(figures obtained from Bank of Ireland). |
