Who Needs Air Leak Detection Services?

Here are some of the sectors that rely on us most often, because air leak detection helps them stay efficient, compliant, and in control:

✔️ Builders & Developers – You're juggling tight deadlines, and a failed airtightness test can throw everything off. We help you spot leaks before the inspector arrives, so you avoid re-tests and keep the project moving.

✔️ Facilities Managers – If you're the one tasked with cutting energy use, leaks are enemy number one. Our scans show you where energy is being lost so you can put it right and bring bills down.

✔️ Healthcare Providers & Cleanroom Operators – Sterility matters. One small crack can undo all your precautions. Ultrasonic scanning highlights risks you wouldn't otherwise see.

✔️ Property Owners & Managers – Costs are rising and sustainability targets are getting stricter. Leak detection helps you reduce energy use, lower consumption, and hit your goals.

✔️ Aerospace Operators – From fuselages to specific components, airtight integrity is non-negotiable. Our ultrasonic air leak detector checks it quickly and without invasive testing.

✔️ Marine & Shipping Companies – Watertight and weathertight seals protect lives and cargo. Traditional hose-and-chalk methods are clunky and unreliable. Ultrasonic scanning is faster, more precise, and can be carried out by one operator.

✔️ Homeowners – Modern energy-efficient houses, retrofits, even everyday maintenance all benefit. We check for draughty seals around windows and doors, test the airtightness of walls, roofs and floors, and make sure expensive upgrades aren't undermined by hidden leaks. It's also invaluable for fire safety, confirming that fire doors and compartments will hold back smoke if the worst happens.

Wherever the leaks appear, the outcome is the same: fix them and you save money, stay compliant, and keep everything running as it should.

The Benefits of Ultrasonic Air Leak Detection

There are several ways to test air leaks, including the blower door method and pulse air testing.

Old-school blower door testing is far from ideal. It disrupts the building, involves moving furniture, sealing everything up, and in some cases can even cause structural damage.

Ultrasonic air leak detection gets the job done without all that hassle, and it comes with a range of additional benefits:

✔️ Pinpoint Accuracy – Our detectors pick up leaks as small as 0.06mm. It doesn't sound like much, but it's enough to fail a test or undermine efficiency.

✔️ No Disruption – Testing doesn't stop work or clear the building. We can carry it out while you get on with your day.

✔️ Immediate Results – You don't wait weeks for answers. Reports are ready straight away, often with photos attached.

✔️ Lower Costs – Find leaks early, and you avoid wasted energy, re-tests, and delays.

✔️ Better Compliance Odds – Seal gaps in advance and your chance of passing Part L or similar standards increases massively.

These advantages sound impressive, but they only really matter when they're backed up by the right approach.

At AVT, we don't jump straight in with one tool and hope for the best. We usually start with pulse air testing, which takes less than ten minutes. It's a fast way to confirm whether or not a building is airtight.

If the pulse air test shows there's a problem, we don't leave you hanging — we move straight into ultrasonic air leak detection. That's where we can track down the exact source of the leak, no matter how small, and show you clear evidence of what needs fixing.

It's this combination that makes our approach so effective: quick results up front, followed by the accuracy to put things right without wasting time, money, or effort.

Why Ultrasonic Air Leak Detection Matters

It's easy to dismiss air leaks as "small stuff." But leaks don't stay small when it comes to impact.

In homes, they mean higher bills. In offices and schools, wasted resources and uncomfortable spaces. In hospitals, labs, aeroplanes and marine vessels, they're a serious safety issue.

Ultrasonic air leak detection allows you to take control, safeguarding the people who rely on your building, and keeping your projects on track. You'll also cut running costs and reduce your carbon footprint — a win for energy conservation and for the planet.

Passing your air tightness compliance test is vital, and ultrasonic air leak detection plays a big part in that. But its value goes much further — helping you save money, conserve energy, and maintain safe, reliable spaces for the long term.

Why Choose AVT UK for Ultrasonic Air Leak Detection?

Ultrasonic testing is only as good as the people carrying it out. With AVT UK, you get more than a scan — you get a team who knows where leaks hide, what they mean for your building, and how to give you answers you can actually use.

We're fully qualified to perform Level 1 airtightness tests for buildings up to 4,000 m³, and everything we do meets UKAS-accredited standards. That means when we test, you're not just ticking a box — you're meeting the regulations and industry requirements that matter for your project.

On top of that, we're specialists in background ventilation assessments under Pathways A & B of PAS 2035. For retrofit projects aiming to meet the latest energy efficiency standards, this expertise can make all the difference — especially if you're working towards goals around energy conservation.

Over the years, we've worked with developers, retrofit specialists, hospitals, cleanrooms, data centres, marine operators, and more. Whatever pressures you're facing, chances are we've seen them before.

That's why people trust us. It's not just a scan — it's a service designed to be practical, reliable, and focused on helping you reach your goals.