What does the building regulation F cover?
Approved Document F provides guidance on meeting building regulations that specifically apply to ventilation. It states that adequate ventilation needs to be provided to prevent excess condensation buildup which could damage the structure of the property.
What is Part F compliant?
Part F, means of ventilation is hopefully self explanatory and it is the document in which the performance of different systems is covered. Things like airflow rates, noise, occupiers operation etc are all covered here. There are now two levels of ventilation based on how much they leak air.
What is Technical Guidance Document A?
Technical Guidance Documents are published to accompany each part of the Building Regulations indicating how the requirements of that part can be achieved in practice. Primary responsibility for compliance with the requirements of the Building Regulations rests with the designers, builders and owners of buildings.
Are trickle vents required for building regulations Ireland?
The current Irish building regulations (Technical Guidance Document Part F – Ventilation) require that every occupiable room have a vent or vents giving a minimum equivalent area of 5,000 mm2. The equivalent area of the trickle vent will depend on the size of the vent.
Do you need an extractor fan in utility?
Any new kitchen, bathroom (or shower room), utility room or toilet should be provided with a means of extract ventilation to reduce condensation and remove smells. If there is no existing ventilation system, you need not provide one (though you can if you wish).
Are trickle vents required for building regulations?
Trickle Vents are a requirement under building regulations. Trickle ventilators are not mandatory unless the existing windows have them, however, it is always a good practice to consider their use when replacing windows. Replacement ventilators must be no smaller in geometric open area than the existing ventilators.
Does Mev need trickle vents?
Simple and efficient to install, MEV systems actively extract air from ‘wet rooms’ (kitchens, bathrooms, utility spaces) via ducting to a central ventilation unit. The systems are typically dual speed, providing low-speed continuous trickle ventilation and high-speed boost flow when needed.
What is Part L building regulations?
Part L is a building regulation that concerns construction projects that are new, or result in the change of use of a dwelling or all other buildings in England. It sets the standards for the energy performance and carbon emissions of new and existing buildings.
Where does Part M apply?
Where Part M requirements apply: Non-domestic buildings or dwellings newly erected. affects the structure, means of escape and fire spread, fire fighting access, and access to and use of the building). house, institution, public building or a shop where they were not previously.
Which field does Approved Document B give guidance on?
The approved documents provide guidance for satisfying the requirements of the building regulations in common building situations. Part B of the building regulations in England covers fire safety matters within and around buildings.
Can trickle vents be retrofitted?
Trickle vents are designed to cut condensation, both on the inside of the windows, and on the walls. You can retrofit trickle vents fairly easily, providing you’re competent at DIY.
How do you stop trickle vents?
There’s a very simple alternative to Trickle Vents – opening a window. It’s a good idea to open all the windows in the house for a few minutes every day (yes – even in winter!) to allow moist air to escape, and dry air to replace it. This is especially important in the bathroom and kitchen.