A Construction Noise Management Plan (CNMP) sets out how a construction project will identify, assess and control the noise and vibration affecting nearby sensitive receptors: residents, schools, healthcare facilities and businesses. CNMPs are usually required as a planning condition on major projects, as part of a Section 61 consent application, or as a procurement requirement from developers and clients.
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We are industry leading, independent acoustic consultants, providing acoustic consultancy and sound insulation testing services to clients across the UK.
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How we can help you
We are a leading acoustic consultancy with expert acoustic consultants located around the UK. Our headquarters is in Leeds and we have a team of regional engineers based from London to Newcastle to ensure we can provide a rapid response to your project. Over the last 10 years we have been entrusted to support our loyal client base with over 10,000 projects.
Our acoustic consultants are members of the Institute of Acoustics and undertake a broad range of acoustic consultancy, design and testing services spanning all sectors. We work on projects of all scales from a main contractor delivering large scale mixed use developments to a property developer undergoing a change of use on a commercial premises. No project is too large or too small… We are here to help!
Our Vision is clear. To add value to our clients’ projects and create sustainable, compliant, and great sounding spaces.
Our Mission is set. To deliver uncompromising quality and technical excellence and to be industry leading in solving acoustic challenges with sustainable, efficient and innovative solutions.
So why not get in touch for your free, no obligation quote.
Led by expert acoustic consultants, we design and deliver tailored sound solutions that transform spaces.
Conference & Meeting Rooms
Offices
Cafes
Restaurants
Retail
Village Halls
Sports Halls
Libraries
Classrooms
Lecture Halls
Recording Studios
Home
Hotels
Gyms
Church Halls
Swimming Pools
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In recent years, the knowledge that noise at work can cause permanent and disabling hearing damage has impacted the design and construction of workplaces in the UK, especially those where manufacturing processes are part of the day-to-day activity.
How do I comply with the Noise at Work Regulations? To comply with the Noise at Work Regulations, employers must assess noise exposure, reduce noise at source where reasonably practicable, manage remaining risk with organisational controls and hearing
What Our Clients Say About Us
“I plucked this company out of the air and I am so glad I did. Jaime has been most helpful and produced a report within a short time scale. The service has been first class and I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending NOVA acoustics.”
– Arnot Wilson
“We commissioned NOVA to conduct a sound test at our new house. From the get go Adam was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. It is rare to meet professionals like that, who also go above and beyond to help and guide you through the process.”
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“The engineer who conducted the testing was friendly, professional and incredibly thorough. Overall I would say that NOVA provided an outstanding service from start to finish and I would not hesitate to recommend them.”
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“Really pleased with the service received from NOVA Acoustics on a recent noise risk assessment of our production room. The engineer Tom was great throughout and the report was clear and has made managing our noise control measures simple and effective.”
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“NOVA Acoustics have been beyond helpful. Super speedy response and excellent communication. The noise impact assessment has been completed at a very fair price, and I’m really happy I chose NOVA Acoustics for the job.”
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“I used NOVA for acoustic reports for a project I’m working on converting retail units to residential, they was prompt, informative and well priced. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again.”
– Peter Goldthorpe
“We have used NOVA Acoustics for a sound testing for installation of a new floor. Tom the engineer was very thorough, prompt and professional.”
– Anna Jóga
“Ryan and his team were very professional, installing monitoring equipment regarding a proposed planning application. We can definitely recommend NOVA Acoustics Ltd.”
– Pauline Whittle