Frequently
Asked Questions about ASC's Engineering Services
Since you are working with sound, don't you
need to come to our church to listen and do tests?
Ideally, we would prefer to make physical visits to all projects
we work on. However, this is cost prohibitive with many jobs.
Since the science of acoustics deals with the laws of physics,
wave propagation, and architectural geometry we are able to model
and predict the behavior of your space with a fairly high degree
of accuracy and certainty. There are situations which do require
travel occasionally and we are happy to do so when feasible. However,
of the hundreds of projects we work on each year, the vast majority
are completed successfully without the added expense of physical
travel.
Who installs the acoustic materials?
ASC provides a ready-to-install acoustic kit, customized for your
particular space. Kits are designed to be fairly easy to install
by either a local contractor or by volunteer members of the congregation.
Product placement plans are included with each project.
How are the materials typically mounted?
Materials can be mounted in a variety of ways. Most typically
they are affixed by screws or panel adhesive. We are able to accommodate
a wide variety of applications and can custom design a mounting
method that works best for your needs.
What does an acoustic analysis for a church
normally cost?
Project sizes and scope vary widely. We start with basic testing
and generate a summary report for $300.00. Plan review and analysis
will cost more, generally in the $1500-3000 range. In many cases,
these fees are applied to the final purchase of acoustic products.
For more details, CLICK
HERE.
Is there a way to know before hand, how the
church will end up sounding?
There is no accurate way to replicate an acoustic treatment before
hand at the church using electronics or an effects box. The problem
is with the physical nature of the space, not the electronics.
Not until the physics of the space are modified can the change
be clearly noticed. Click HERE
for a before & after demonstration of a recently completed
project.
What is the fire rating on your products?
Are they approved for commercial spaces and meet building codes?
All of our products are covered with Guilford 701 commercial grade
fabric which has a Class 1 or A flammability rating. This means
it will meet nearly all commercial building codes.
How can we be assured of success?
ASC has been addressing the same acoustic issues for churches
for 25 years. During that time, we have perfected a unique approach
that we know works wonderfully. When you hire ASC, your church
will get the tried and true voicing
ASC is famous for.
I'm trying to independently gather information
on acoustics to share with our committee, but I don't want to
take advantage of your expertise without paying for your services.
How much do you charge to consult on church acoustics?
Often, our "consulting costs" are covered in the cost
of purchasing your acoustic products from us. For general acoustic
consulting by the hour, CLICK
HERE.
We suggest that you talk with other people in the church. Many
people feel shy and timid about expressing their feelings, especially
about the sound. But if you talk to them, they do have opinions.
Make a list and develop your questions.
