The Importance of Sound Testing for Better Acoustics

At JAD Soundproofing, we believe the key to effective soundproofing is understanding the unique sound challenges of your space through professional testing. Whether it’s a busy office, a residential home, or a worship space, accurately diagnosing the problem is the first and most important step.

What is Sound Testing?

Sound testing is like a thorough check-up for your space’s acoustics. Using specialized equipment, we measure critical factors such as reverberation time (how long sound lingers), noise transmission through walls, and how clear voices and sounds are in the area. This objective data guides us in designing a solution tailored to your needs—no guessing, just precision.

Why You Shouldn’t Skip Testing

• Identifying the Real Problem: Different spaces have different issues like echo, noise leaks, or impact sounds. Testing captures the exact nature of these problems.
• Choosing the Right Solution: With accurate measurements, we select materials and methods that will truly work for your building.
• Saving Time and Money: It prevents ineffective “trial and error” fixes, ensuring your investment has the best payoff.
• Ensuring Comfort: Proper testing leads to improved speech clarity and a more pleasant acoustic environment for occupants.
• Meeting Standards: Measurements help make sure your space complies with local codes and industry standards.

Types of Tests We Use

• Reverberation Time (RT60): Measures sound decay in a room, crucial for reducing echoes and improving clarity.
• Noise Isolation Class (NIC): Real-world measurement showing how well partitions block noise.
• Sound Transmission Class (STC) & Apparent STC (ASTC): Laboratory and field ratings indicating the sound blocking capabilities of walls and ceilings.

Success Story: Church Foyer

One recent project involved a Church, where people struggled with echoing sound and unclear speech in the foyer. Through our sound testing and installation of high NRC acoustic panels, we reduced reverberation time by over 68%—from 2.11 seconds down to 0.67 seconds. This dramatic improvement transformed the space into a warm and inviting area where conversations flow easily and the worship experience is enhanced.

Noisy Neighbors

Recently, a client came to us struggling to sleep due to excessive noise from next door. After assessing their wall assembly and performing an ASTL Test, we implemented the Mute 33 advanced soundproofing system—a 33mm panel combining absorption, decoupling, and mass for superior noise reduction. The outcome? Exactly what we predicted: peace and quiet for our client.

The Bottom Line

Every space is unique, and sound problems need tailored solutions based on accurate data. At JAD Soundproofing, our testing process ensures we diagnose your space correctly and deliver the most effective acoustic treatments—creating quieter, clearer environments, whether at home or work.