The challenge of measuring highly leak tight buildings and apartments

Purpose of the work

This paper presents the challenges of conducting air permeability measurements in very densely constructed buildings and apartments.

Content of the contribution

Report on air permeability measurements in consumer markets and office blocks in actual practice

Purpose of the work

Presentation of the various requirements for airtightness of the building envelope arising during planning as well as the mandatory provisions resulting from standardization, regulations and certification: What can measurement service providers do to insure that the ensuing problems are identified at an early stage?

Method of approach

Summary of the experience gained over several years with air permeability measurements in consumer markets, commercial buildings and other large structures.