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What Is Required | What We Do | What You Can Expect | What Is LEED® IAQ Testing

 When LEED® Testing Is Needed | Understanding the Benefits | A Path to Certification

Certified Indoor Air Quality Testing for LEED® Projects

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Achieving LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification is a significant milestone for any new construction or major renovation project. A key component of LEED® certification, particularly under the Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) credit category, involves demonstrating healthy indoor air quality (IAQ) prior to building occupancy.

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Champion Environmental Consulting provides certified LEED® indoor air quality testing services, supporting developers, contractors, and building owners in achieving critical EQ Credits. Our services are aligned with the latest U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) guidelines and EPA testing protocols, ensuring compliance and credit eligibility.

What Is Required?

For most projects pursuing LEED® certification, IAQ testing is required before the building is occupied. Testing confirms that specific contaminant concentrations do not exceed maximum allowable limits defined by the LEED® standards.

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Required indoor air testing parameters typically include:

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  • Formaldehyde concentration

  • Total Volatile Organic Compounds (TVOCs)

  • Particulates (PM2.5 & PM10)

  • Carbon Monoxide (CO)

  • 4-Phenylcyclohexene (4-PCH), if carpet and fabrics with SBR latex backing are installed
     

Testing must be conducted according to the EPA Compendium of Methods for the Determination of Air Pollutants in Indoor Air and related USGBC guidance documents. Results must be documented and submitted as part of the LEED® certification package.

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What We Do at Champion Environmental

Experienced. Reliable. LEED® - Aligned.

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Champion Environmental offers a full suite of LEED® IAQ testing services, including:

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  • Pre-occupancy indoor air sampling

  • Laboratory analysis compliant with EPA methods

  • Baseline contaminant level verification

  • Corrective consultation if retesting is necessary

  • Complete documentation packages for LEED® submittal
     

Our team handles every detail, ensuring that sampling, analysis, and reporting meet all requirements under the LEED® rating system.

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What You Can Expect

We work with your project team to ensure that IAQ testing is scheduled at the right phase of construction and under appropriate conditions.

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You can expect:

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  • Site coordination to minimize disruption during testing

  • Collection of air samples at multiple strategic locations

  • Fast turnaround for laboratory results

  • A comprehensive IAQ testing report ready for LEED® documentation

  • Clear guidance if corrective action or retesting is needed
     

Our process is streamlined, professional, and aligned with the tight deadlines typically associated with construction closeout and certification timelines.

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LEED® IAQ testing focuses on verifying that a newly constructed or renovated space meets high standards for indoor air quality before occupancy.

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Testing targets specific pollutants that are commonly associated with new construction materials, adhesives, finishes, and HVAC systems.

 

By measuring air contaminants before occupants move in, building owners can demonstrate a proactive approach to environmental quality—an essential aspect of sustainable design and construction.

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Indoor air quality testing is typically performed at the substantial completion stage of construction, after all punch list items are addressed but before occupancy permits are finalized.

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Common project types requiring LEED® IAQ testing include:

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  • Office buildings and corporate campuses

  • Healthcare facilities and hospitals

  • Educational buildings and campuses

  • Government and civic infrastructure projects

  • Commercial retail developments

  • Industrial and logistics centers seeking LEED® certification
     

Testing is sometimes paired with other post-construction commissioning tasks to streamline project closeout.

Understanding the Benefits

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Beyond satisfying LEED® credit requirements, indoor air quality testing provides measurable benefits for building owners and occupants:

  • Verification that off-gassing from construction materials has been minimized

  • Assurance of healthier indoor environments for future occupants

  • Early identification of potential HVAC or ventilation issues

  • Demonstrated commitment to sustainable, occupant-centered building practices
     

Clear air quality documentation can be an asset not just for certification, but for long-term building management.

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A Path to Certification

Champion Environmental makes LEED® IAQ testing straightforward. We coordinate site access, deploy trained professionals for sampling, arrange certified laboratory analysis, and deliver the documentation you need for LEED® submittal—on schedule and without confusion.

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If your project is nearing completion and pursuing LEED® certification, it’s time to schedule your pre-occupancy indoor air quality testing.

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Contact us today to request a LEED® IAQ testing consultation.
Our team is ready to support your project through to final certification.

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