This guide will provide you with the basic understanding of what an air test is and why it is beneficial to perform. How air tight a home is impacts occupant comfort and heating costs. Proper installation of insulation, the air barrier and vapour retarder systems will ensure a tighter home that is cheaper to heat and more comfortable to live in.

In this guide:

• What is an Air Test?
• Achieving Airtightness
• Airtightness Testing
• Airtightness Standards
• Improving Airtightness and Energy Efficiency