Checklist
Typical Pre-Test Check List
Here are a few recommended requirements to do in order to help to pass an AIR TIGHTNESS TEST
THE SEALING OFF THE FOLLOWING
- SKIRTING BOARD top & bottom
- PENETRATION OF SERVICES ie: electric/gas into building
- AROUND LIGHT SWITCHES
- LIGHT FITTINGS ie: spots
- WINDOW BOARDS
- AROUND EXTRACTORS
- ANY INCOMING PIPES ie: water, waste, radiators
- INCOMING WIRES
- INSURE TRICKLE VENTS are all in place
- LOFT HATCH tightly sealed
- DOORS SHUT TIGHTLEY external
Ideally sealed with silicone, expandable foam, draught excluders PLEASE INSURE HEATING IS OFF AT THE PROPERTY AT LEAST 4 HOURS PRIOR TO TEST.