Smoke Testing
Air leakages can significantly impact the efficiency, safety, and overall performance of various systems in the building, ranging from the HVAC system to the structure itself. Detecting air leaks earlier on can prevent heat loss and maintain air quality.
Smoke Testing
Blower door fans provide valuable information about a building’s overall airtightness. Smoke testing is a safe, non-toxic method to locate air leakage through the building’s fabric. Combining both techniques offers a comprehensive and effective air leakage detection and remediation approach
Visibility of Airflow
Smoke may come from windows, doors, joints, or other potential weak points in the structure. This visible indicator allows us to observe the direction and intensity of air movement, helping to pinpoint the location of air leakage points.
Communication
They say a picture paints a thousand words; smoke makes it an effective tool for communicating and demonstrating these weak points within the building’s envelope. Pinpointing these specific leakage points with smoke allows for more efficient and targeted remediation efforts instead of broadly applying sealing measures.