Specialist IAQ Consultancy
What is IAQ and why does it matter?
Your space should work for the people in it. Poor indoor air quality is one of the most overlooked factors affecting occupant health, comfort, and productivity in commercial fit-outs — yet it's entirely preventable with the right approach.
Indoor air quality (IAQ) refers to the condition of the air inside a space or building, particularly as it relates to the health and comfort of occupants. In Singapore's air-conditioned commercial environments, poor IAQ is common and often invisible — caused by inadequate ventilation, off-gassing from furniture and finishes, cleaning products, or simply too many people in a tight or sealed space.
Common indoor air pollutants include:
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Formaldehyde
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TVOCs
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Respirable Suspended Particles
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PM2.5
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Carbon Monoxide
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Bacteria
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Mould
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Asbestos
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Ozone
Other indoor air problems include:
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Poor thermal comfort (temperature, relative humidity, poor air movement)
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Inadequate ventilation (high carbon dioxide levels)
The consequences are real, with Sick Building Syndrome and Building-Related Illnesses, from indoors. The impacts are:
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Occupant Discomfort
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Increased Sick Leave
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Reduced Cognitive performance
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and Regulatory Non-compliance.
The good news is that IAQ problems are highly manageable — if you know what to look for and when to act.
Adapt D&B's professional IAQ consultancy gives you more than just a lab test. We assess, advise, test, report and resolve — so you're not just compliant, you're confident.
Beyond IAQ Testing — We Solve Indoor Air Quality Challenges
Indoor air quality problems are rarely solved by testing alone. Our IAQ consultancy goes beyond laboratory analysis to uncover the root causes behind indoor environmental issues and deliver actionable solutions.
Through a comprehensive approach combining site investigations, air quality measurements, building system review, and expert recommendations, we help clients understand what is affecting their indoor environment and what can be done to improve it.
Whether addressing ventilation challenges, pollutant sources, contaminant risks, odour complaints, or occupant concerns, we provide end-to-end support from assessment through remediation and verification.
What's included
1. Pre-Audit Site Assessment - Identify risks before testing begins.
We conduct a detailed site assessment to understand your space, identify potential IAQ concerns, and uncover factors that may affect indoor air quality performance — including ventilation issues, pollutant sources, moisture risks, and operational conditions.
This ensures testing is targeted, meaningful, and provides a more accurate understanding of your indoor environment.
2. Root Cause Analysis & Recommendations - Understand the problem and know what to do next.
Beyond identifying non-compliance, we help determine the likely causes behind IAQ issues and provide practical recommendations for prevention, control, and remediation. Our advice helps your team prioritise the right solutions — addressing the source of the problem rather than just treating the symptoms.
3. IAQ Audit Testing & Verification - Measure performance with confidence.
IAQ testing is conducted by a competent personnel and an SAC-accredited laboratory, in accordance with SS 554: Code of Practice for Indoor Air Quality for Air-Conditioned Buildings. Testing establishes your baseline indoor environmental conditions, verifies improvement after corrective actions, and provides reliable data to support decision-making and compliance requirements.
4. Professional IAQ Audit Reports - Clear insights, not just test results.
Receive a comprehensive report including test findings, benchmarking against applicable SS 554 criteria, observations from site assessment, and practical recommendations. Our reports translate technical data into clear actions — helping you understand your IAQ performance and the steps required for improvement.
5. Long-Term IAQ Management Plan - Maintain healthy indoor environments over time.
For organisations seeking continuous IAQ performance, we can develop a customised IAQ management plan to support ongoing monitoring, preventive measures, and operational improvements.
Protect occupant wellbeing, maintain indoor environmental quality, and build a healthier, more resilient workplace.
Who needs an IAQ audit?
Office Tenants and Occupiers - Improve your workplace health, comfort, and productivity.
An IAQ audit helps identify the causes of indoor air quality issues such as poor ventilation, odours, elevated pollutants, and occupant discomfort. Receive clear recommendations to improve indoor conditions, support workplace health and safety, and demonstrate your commitment to employee wellbeing.
Interior Designers and Fit-Out Teams - Design healthier spaces and reduce your compliance risks.
Integrating IAQ considerations early in the design process helps you make informed decisions on material selection, ventilation strategies, and indoor environmental performance. This supports BCA Green Mark for Interiors (GMI) requirements and reduces the risk of costly rectification works after completion.
Building Owners and Landlords - Protect your asset value and enhance tenant satisfaction.
An IAQ assessment helps identify indoor environmental risks, improve occupant experience, and support green building objectives. It also provides documented findings and recommendations to support alignment with recognised standards such as SS 554: Code of Practice for Indoor Air Quality for Air-Conditioned Buildings.