Real Estate services

A building - whether residential, office, hotel, historic or factory - needs to remain a healthy and safe living and working environment for many decades. Kiwa offers advice and support throughout the property lifecycle, from the day the investment decision is made all the way through to installations and annual inspections, demolition and recycling. The services we offer to help you manage your real estate cover - to name a few - the proper functioning of electrical, fire safety, air quality and other equipment and systems installed, plus, construction quality, energy efficiency and environmental control. We help you stay on-track when it comes to the condition, safety and maintenance of the building, and will help you make the necessary investment decisions. As a result, you and the people using your property will be able to visit, work or live in it safely throughout its entire life span.

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Thermography
BDA Infrared Thermography

Heat loss occurs in all buildings. An infrared camera can be used to visualise this heat loss, which is invisible to the eye.

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Chloride analysis

In addition to contact with chloride-containing de-icing agents (de-icing salts), enrichment through direct contact with chemical substances or combustion residues from plastics in the event of a fire are frequent causes of chloride-induced corrosion of the reinforcement.

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Testing of concrete with increased acid resistance in the MPA performance test

The “MPA-Performance-Test” is a procedure for testing increased resistance of mineral systems to chemical attack (especially to acid).

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ISO 50001 Energy Management

ISO 50001 Energy Management system certification with Kiwa: conserve resources, save money and mitigate climate change.

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Inspection structural safety of buildings

Regular structural safety inspections are essential to promptly identify any damage and evaluate the structure's durability, stability, and serviceability. The responsibility for ensuring the structural safety, durability, and serviceability of buildings lies with their owners. Failure to conduct regular inspections may result in personal liability for the owner if any damage occurs.

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ISO 27701 Certification Privacy Information Management System
ISO 22301 Business continuity management systems

ISO 22301 Business continuity management system with Kiwa: Prepare for disaster, disaster, and accident-related business disruptions.

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Building area workers
ISO 45001 Health and safety at work

ISO 45001 is a tool to systematically fulfill the legal obligation for employers to ensure the health and safety of employees and to pursue a policy aimed at achieving the best possible working conditions.

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Wooden beam ceiling: Measurement of impact sound reduction on lightweight construction ceilings according to ISO 10140-3

With the help of a wooden beam ceiling test stand, the lightweight construction ceiling is available in the test laboratory. With this test stand, the sound experts can test the insulation of the impact sound according to DIN EN ISO 10140-3.

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Non-destructive testing

Not every structural analysis requires interventions in the building fabric. Various non-destructive or low-destructive test methods are available, especially for an initial assessment of the existing damage potential or to confirm the correct construction.

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Man on construction site
VCA and VCU

VCA and VCU health, safety and environment certification with Kiwa: create safe working conditions for contractors and reduce accidents.

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Life cycle
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)

An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a Type III Environmental Declaration and is regulated by ISO 14025 and EN 15804. It contains quantifiable environmental information on a European harmonized, scientific basis. An EPD is based on Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) data.

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ISO 37001
ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Management (ABMS)

The international standard ISO 37001 helps organizations reduce the risks and costs associated with bribery, corruption, etc. Kiwa can assist your organization in combating bribery and promoting an ethical corporate culture through ISO 37001 certification. With an ISO 37001 certificate, you demonstrate compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

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Test of liquid applied roof waterproofing kits (LARWK) according to EAD 030350-00-0402

In Europe, the most important regulation for liquid applied membranes is the EAD 030350-00-0402 (formerly ETAG 005). Kiwa tests your products and approves your products for the European Market.

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Man points to growth in quality system
ISO 9001 Quality Management

ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems Certification with Kiwa: improve your performance, meet customers’ needs and increase your profit.

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Working with mobile
ISO 27001 Information Security Management System

ISO 27001 Information Security Certification with Kiwa: secure your information, build trust in your brand.

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Inspection Construcion materials
CE marking on construction products

For the construction products for which a harmonized European standard is available the CE marking is mandatory when you want to place them on the European internal market. For the other construction products there is the possibility of applying a...

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Alkali-silica reaction testing

The alkali-silica reaction (ASR) is one of the most frequent causes of cracking due to driving reactions and efflorescence on concrete structures. All structures that are exposed to moisture are affected – from bridges and structures in contact with groundwater to traffic routes and air traffic areas.

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Acoustics tests and sound insulation

Airborne sound insulation of building products ISO 101402; measurement of sound absorption in reverberation chambers ISO 354; determination of sound absorption coefficient in impedance tube ISO 10534-1/2; determination of dynamic stiffness ISO 29052-1; testing of noise characteristics of fittings & equipment ISO 3822

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Globe in green landscape
ISO 14001 Environmental Management

ISO 14001 Environmental Management Certification with Kiwa: reduce waste, gain customer trust and be competitive.

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RAL quality mark for insulating glass

Kiwa carries out testing in the field of construction glass  for heat protection and thermal insulation in buildings in accordance with EN 1279-6.

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Road with traffic in a landscape with water
ISO 39001 Road Traffic Safety (RTS) Management

ISO 39001 Road Traffic Safety (RTS) management systems certification with Kiwa: improve road safety, reduce accidents and build trust.

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