Do You Need Acoustic Consultancy and Sound Testing?
What is Acoustic Consultancy & Testing?
Acoustic consultancy and sound insulation testing help ensure developments meet planning requirements, Building Regulations and occupant comfort expectations.
Acoustic considerations are becoming increasingly important throughout the design and development process. From planning-stage noise impact assessments through to Approved Document E sound insulation testing, early acoustic input can help reduce risk, avoid costly design changes and improve project outcomes.
Acoustic consultancy and testing can help:
- Demonstrate Building Regulations compliance
- Support planning applications and discharge conditions
- Assess environmental and transportation noise impacts
- Improve residential comfort and occupant wellbeing
- Reduce the risk of acoustic test failures
- Identify and resolve noise transmission issues
- Support BREEAM developments
- Provide robust evidence for Local Authority requirements
If you’re unsure what level of acoustic assessment your project requires, our team can review your proposals and recommend the most appropriate approach.
What Does Acoustic Testing Cover?
Comprehensive Sound Insulation Assessment
Depending on your development, our service may include:
Noise Impact Assessments
Planning-stage assessments to evaluate environmental noise from roads, railways, industrial sites and other external sources.
Design Consultancy
Practical acoustic guidance to help developments achieve planning and Building Regulations requirements.
Sound Insulation Testing
UKAS- & ANC-accredited testing to demonstrate compliance with Approved Document E of the Building Regulations.
Failure Analysis
Investigation of failed sound tests and identification of practical remedial solutions.
BS4142 & BS8233 Assessments
Professional acoustic assessments for commercial, industrial and residential developments.
Environmental Noise Surveys
Noise monitoring and assessments to support planning applications and development proposals.
BREEAM Compliant Acoustics
Best-practice acoustic assessments catered for sustainability-led developments.
Certification, Reporting & Support
Comprehensive reporting and documentation suitable for Building Control, planners and Local Authorities.
Why Choose MES Building Solutions?
Consultancy-Led Acoustic Expertise
Our acoustic consultants work closely with developers, architects, planners and contractors to identify acoustic requirements early, minimise project risk and achieve compliance efficiently.
Benefits
What is the Process?
Simple, Efficient, Clear
Our proven step-by-step process keeps your project on track and delivered on time.
Step 1
Send us your plans, project details, anticipated completion dates, and planning conditions.
Step 2
We review the development and identify any acoustic consultancy, planning or testing requirements.
Step 3
A fixed-fee quotation is provided with a clear scope of works.
Step 4
Our acoustic consultant carries out the required surveys, assessments or testing.
Step 5
Reports, recommendations and certification are issued to support Building Regulations compliance.
Recent Project Experience
Acoustic Consultancy & Testing for Developers
We provide acoustic consultancy & testing services for developments of all sizes across the UK.
Assisted living flats in Essex.
Various barn conversions across Lincolnshire.
Conversion of an existing commercial into flats in Colwyn Bay.
An extension to an existing hotel in Whitby.
What Our Clients Say
The Staff at MES are excellent. They respond very quickly and are efficient and meticulous.
SW, Surveyor
Frequently Asked Questions
Acoustic consultancy involves assessing, managing and mitigating noise issues throughout the planning, design and construction process. Consultants provide advice, surveys and reporting to support compliance and project success.
Yes. Most new-build and converted dwellings with separating walls or floors require sound insulation testing under Approved Document E unless Robust Details are used.
Ideally at the earliest design stages. Early acoustic input can reduce risk, improve design efficiency and help avoid expensive changes later in the project.
A Noise Impact Assessment evaluates existing and future noise levels affecting a site and is commonly required during the planning process.
Our engineer measures airborne and impact sound transmission between adjoining properties to assess compliance with Approved Document E requirements.
We can provide diagnostic investigations and remedial advice to identify causes of failure and recommend cost-effective solutions.
Yes. We provide nationwide acoustic consultancy, assessments and sound insulation testing services.
Costs vary depending on project size, location and scope. We provide clear, fixed-fee quotations tailored to your requirements.