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European authority in the field of ventilation hygiene

We bring together companies, experts, and institutions across Europe to ensure cleaner air, higher standards, and professional practices in the industry.

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[ about evha ]

Committed to Ventilation Hygiene Excellence

EVHA is an independent European professional association bringing together companies involved in the cleaning and inspection of ventilation systems.

Our goal is to improve the quality and safety of indoor environments through certification, education, knowledge sharing, and support for legislative changes.

We stand behind professional standards that shape the future of ventilation hygiene.

European Coutries

Members across Europe

350+

Certified Professionals Trained

350+

Certified Professionals Trained

Years of Experience

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Why do we exist?

Clean air is not a given. We exist to unify the European market, set professional standards, educate professionals, and improve indoor air quality. We believe that together we can influence legislation, improve customer service, and strengthen confidence in the entire industry.

[ 01 ]

Our Mission

To connect companies, professionals and institutions in the field of ventilation cleaning, to support them through education, certification and knowledge sharing. To promote high standards and a healthier indoor environment.

[ 03 ]

Our Vision

To become the leading European voice in HVAC ventilation hygiene, setting industry standards, supporting professional innovation and influencing best practices and legislation.

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The Board

Seppe Thys

President

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George Friend

Treasurer

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Dalimil Petrilák

Vice President

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Lauris Krūza

Vice President

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Thierry Desmet

Board Member

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Andrea Casa

Board Member

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Kimmo Haapalainen

Past President

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The Journey of EVHA Through the Years

At EVHA, we uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Our Code of Ethics guides our actions and decisions, ensuring transparency and accountability in all our endeavors.

[ 2025 ]

Expanding our offering and network

We are launching an affiliate and vendor program that connects members with suppliers and technology partners and creates new forms of collaboration.

[ 2024 ]

Growth and greater influence

More than XY trained professionals, growing market influence, requirement for 66% certified supervisors as a condition of membership.

[ 2022 ]

Membership expansion and supplier program

EVHA launches an affiliate and vendor program and connects members with suppliers and technology partners.

[ 2020 ]

Introduction of the EVHT standard

We launched our own European certification program for technicians and companies – EVHT became a recognized mark of expertise.

[ 2017 ]

First training and certification

We introduced training for technicians and supervisors and began to set qualification standards. International networking also began.

[ 2013 ]

Formal resumption of EVHA activities

The association was re-established as a platform for education, certification, and standard setting. The building of a membership base and technical committees began.

[ 2000 – 2010 ]

A Period of Limited Activity

During this period, the association functioned more symbolically, with limited activity – but the idea of European unity in the field remained alive.

[ 1996 ]

Laying the Foundations for European Standards

The European Ventilation Hygiene Association (EVHA) was founded in 1999 by a small group of people representing a number of countries across Europe. Our objectives are to promote the Ventilation Hygiene industry within Europe and lobby for improved legislation and standards. We are recognised as the sign of competence and quality through training and certification. The EVHA has a membership across a broad spectrum of companies that are actively involved in the ventilation hygiene marketplace, including; contractors manufacturers and university professionals. The aim is to unify our marketplace throughout Europe and become a single voice, for all those that care passionately about our industry and our environment. We cannot make a difference alone, but together we can bring about change, that will increase the awareness of the need for clean ductwork, and improve the standards of service to customers throughout Europe.

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Our Commitment to Ethical Practices

At EVHA, we uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Our Code of Ethics guides our actions and decisions, ensuring transparency and accountability in all our endeavors.

[ 01 ]

We will serve our customers with integrity and competence.

[ 02 ]

We will perform our services in accordance with the current published standards of the Association.

[ 03 ]

We will handle any information obtained directly from our customer or from their premises as confidential.

[ 04 ]

We will maintain the association’s training and qualification requirements for our type of membership.

[ 05 ]

We will provide our clients with accurate inspection and evaluation of the cleanliness and physical condition of their ventilation system. We will use this information to determine the type of cleaning and maintenance services required – if any.

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We will stay abreast of new developments in technology, tools of the trade, building codes and any other standard or information that directly affects our work.

[ 07 ]

We will cover all our work with the necessary insurances as required by local legislation and/or customer requirements.

[ 08 ]

The Ethics Committee shall hear and investigate charges of unethical conduct between concerned parties, and will make recommendations to the Board of Directors concerning the resolution of those charges.

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Are you interested in becoming a member or simply have questions about European Ventilation Hygiene Association?We’d love to hear from you, so don’t hesitate to contact us today.We’re here to assist you with your inquiries.

+420 777 743 881

info@evha.eu