Remodeling and Pre-Renovation Sound Isolation, Ambient Noise & Interior Acoustics Consulting

Renovation testing is most commonly done in restaurant environments. It can be difficult to listen to music or communicate with other people if rooms have poor acoustics. ASI’s identifies the current acoustic condition and recommends the best solution for any room based on its intended use.

Remodeling and Pre-Renovation Acoustical Field Testing

Conduct acoustical field testing of the existing construction to identify the acoustical properties of the existing construction. Acoustical Field Testing can provide critical information needed for the appropriate acoustical design.

• Noise Isolation Class (NIC) testing will identify the sound isolation properties of walls, ceilings, etc. and will be used in the design process of the renovated space.
• Reverberation Time (RT60) testing determines the existing degree of reverberation, or acoustic reflection in the interior space. This data will be used to assist in finish schedule development of the renovated space.
• Noise Criteria (NC) testing quantifies the ambient noise caused by building mechanical systems. The data is used by the MEP to determine the final mechanical system design needed to meet the NC requirements of the project.

Report and Review

Submit a report including the results of the acoustical analysis and treatment recommendations.

Review meeting to present and discuss the results of the report, address questions, and consider treatment modifications.

Post-Installation Acoustical Testing

Upon completion of modifications or installations, perform Field Sound Transmission Class/Noise Isolation Class (FSTC/NIC) testing, Noise Criteria (NC) testing, and Reverberation Time (RT60) testing to document the as-built acoustical environments of the new interior spaces and compare the results to the design criteria of the project.

Submit a final report of the final measured acoustical values and a comparison with the project design criteria to validate the acoustical performance of the facility.

Architectural acoustics tests are a sound investment when it comes to making sure the final construction has appropriate acoustical characteristics.