Building Envelope Commissioning (BEC) ensures that the exterior systems of a building perform optimally in terms of energy efficiency, durability, and weather resistance. In the UK, BEC is critical for meeting stringent building regulations, such as those outlined in Part L of the Building Regulations, and achieving compliance with standards like BREEAM and WELL. A BEC agent plays a crucial role from the design phase through construction and occupancy, verifying that building envelope systems—such as fenestrations, walls, roofs, basements, and floors—meet the project’s performance goals and regulatory requirements.
Our BEC agents conduct comprehensive reviews of design specifications to ensure alignment with UK performance objectives, including energy efficiency, thermal insulation, moisture control, and airtightness. This includes an in-depth examination of material choices and detailing to prevent potential issues.
To support a smooth construction process, our team assesses constructability, identifying potential conflicts, challenges with installation sequences, and ensuring that design details are practical for implementation in the field.
During construction, our BEC agents provide oversight to verify that installations meet design intent and project specifications. This includes observing critical installation procedures, reviewing quality control measures, and conducting field tests such as air and water infiltration tests.
Ensuring thermal integrity and moisture management is vital for UK climates. We evaluate insulation, vapour barriers, and waterproofing components to validate their effectiveness, using tools such as infrared thermography and moisture metres.
We coordinate testing and inspections to verify compliance with UK building codes and standards, including specialised tests for water penetration, air leakage, and thermal performance.
Our team prepares detailed reports on design reviews, inspection results, testing outcomes, and recommendations for corrective actions. These reports provide a quality assurance record that supports maintenance and long-term operation.
We collaborate with architects and project teams from the early design stages to establish performance criteria for the building envelope, considering the UK’s specific climate, building use, and regulatory requirements.
Our team conducts thermal, moisture, and acoustic simulations to evaluate façade performance under various UK conditions, informing decisions on materials, insulation, and detailing.
We recommend materials and systems that optimise energy efficiency, weather resistance, and acoustic performance, while considering lifecycle cost and durability for UK projects.
Our experts oversee on-site and laboratory testing to validate the façade’s performance, including tests for airtightness, water penetration, and thermal bridging.
We offer services for the ongoing assessment of building envelope performance to ensure façades continue to meet performance standards over time.
Enhancing energy efficiency and indoor comfort for buildings seeking certifications such as BREEAM, WELL, or LEED.
Upgrading existing building envelopes to meet current UK performance standards, including improved insulation, airtightness, and weather resistance.
Our commitment to high-performance Façade is demonstrated through a portfolio of successful projects, including:
Partner with AESG for solutions that improve the efficiency, durability, and comfort of your building’s façade. Contact us today to discuss your project requirements or request a consultation.
Cayan Business Tower
3rd, 6th & 11th Floor
Barsha Heights
P.O. Box 2556
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
T / +971 (0) 4 432 6242
305 Mermaid House
2 Puddle Dock
London, EC4V 3DS
United Kingdom
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Office 37, Haibu Space
1st floor, Abu Dhabi Mall
Tourist Club Area
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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9391 Wadi Al Thummamah
2444 Al Olaya District
PO Box 12214
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
T / +966 (0) 112 278 288
111 Somerset Road
#08-10A, 111 Somerset
Singapore 238164
WeWork, 80 Strand St
Cape Town City Centre
Cape Town, 8001
South Africa
T / +27 21 137 6444
49th Floor, Office No.117
8 Parramatta Square
Parramatta, Sydney
New South Wales 2150
Australia
T / +61 (0) 2 8042 6817
Regus Rialto, West Podium
Level Mezzanine 2 (M2)
525 Collins Street
Melbourne, Victoria 3000
Australia
Enawalks, 4th Floor, Office 417
Leaders International College Road
2F97+6VJ New Cairo 1
Cairo Governorate 4724242
Egypt
T / +20 15 01692187
Cayan Business Tower
3rd, 6th & 11th Floor
Barsha Heights
P.O. Box 2556
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
T / +971 (0) 4 432 6242
305 Mermaid House
2 Puddle Dock
London, EC4V 3DS
United Kingdom
T / +44 (0) 208 037 8762
Office 37, Haibu Space
1st floor, Abu Dhabi Mall
Tourist Club Area
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
T / +971 (0) 2 201 2500
9391 Wadi Al Thummamah
2444 Al Olaya District
PO Box 12214
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
T / +966 (0) 112 278 288
111 Somerset Road
#08-10A, 111 Somerset
Singapore 238164
WeWork, 80 Strand St
Cape Town City Centre
Cape Town, 8001
South Africa
T / +27 21 137 6444
49th Floor, Office No.117
8 Parramatta Square
Parramatta, Sydney
New South Wales 2150
Australia
T / +61 (0) 2 8042 6817
Regus Rialto, West Podium
Level Mezzanine 2 (M2)
525 Collins Street
Melbourne, Victoria 3000
Australia
Enawalks, 4th Floor, Office 417
Leaders International College Road
2F97+6VJ New Cairo 1
Cairo Governorate 4724242
Egypt
T / +20 15 01692187
