European Ventilation Hygiene Association

What European Ventilation Hygiene Association does

The European Ventilation Hygiene Association (EVHA) is a professional trade association, founded in 1996 and formally re-established in 2013, that sets and promotes standards for ventilation hygiene across Europe. It is registered in Estonia as European Ventilation Hygiene Association OÜ (Narva mnt 5, 10117 Tallinn) and serves 52 member companies operating in 15 European countries, spanning duct cleaning service providers, kitchen extract cleaning specialists, equipment vendors, and academic institutions. EVHA's core product is the EVHT (European Ventilation Hygiene Technician) certification, delivered in two tracks: EVHT(A) for air hygiene duct cleaning (aligned with EN 15780) and EVHT(G) for kitchen extract/grease duct cleaning (aligned with VDI 2052 and EN 16282), with mandatory triennial recertification. Cumulative certified professionals have grown from 200+ in 2024 to 350+ currently.

EVHA generates revenue through a tiered annual membership model (Regular €1,200, Vendor €1,500, Institutional free, Associate Professional €200) plus pay-as-you-go training and certification fees (EVHT(A) €500-€1,200; EVHT(G) €800-€1,250; recertification €250), supplemented by paid guidebooks (€200 for non-members). The go-to-motion is event-driven and sales-led: prospective members apply via the website and are approved by the Board, while the annual AGM, regional training sessions across Europe (Spain, Italy, UK in 2026), and trade show participation (notably Interclean Amsterdam) drive recruitment and engagement. EVHA complements its own activities with strategic vendor partnerships (Teinnova, Remotair, Dry Ice Finland), academic collaborations (Czech Technical University, Masaryk University), and alignment with European standards bodies (EN 15780:2025, EN 12097). It does not develop proprietary technology; its differentiation rests on its certification framework, standards advocacy, pan-European member network, and exclusive vendor discounts.

Name

European Ventilation Hygiene Association

Legal name

European Ventilation Hygiene Association OÜ

Website

https://evha.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

EVHA is a European trade association for ventilation hygiene professionals, offering the EVHT air-hygiene and kitchen-extract certification, tiered membership, and training across 15 European countries. It serves duct cleaners, kitchen extract specialists, equipment vendors, and academic institutions.

Ownership category

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Product category

Professional Trade Association Services — Ventilation Hygiene Certification

NAICS

Facilities Support Services (561210)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEUAHABAF

Environmental Compliance Audits & Management System Audits (EHS Audits, ISO 14001/45001 Compliance Audits)

Energy, Utilities & Environment/Environmental Compliance, Monitoring & Consulting/Regulatory Compliance & Auditing (Air, Water, Waste)

Keywords

• Ventilation hygiene certification
• Duct cleaning standards
• Kitchen extract cleaning
• Indoor air quality
• HVAC training programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Tallinn

HQ country

Estonia

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Annual Membership Fees: EVHA generates revenue through tiered annual membership fees: Regular membership at €1200/year for ventilation hygiene companies; Vendor membership at €1500/year for equipment/materials/service providers; Institutional membership at €0 for universities and trade associations. Members gain access to certification, training, networking, and industry resources.
2. Training and Certification Fees: Revenue from professional training programs and certification exams. EVHT(A) Air Hygiene Training costs €500 for members and €1200 for non-members. EVHT(G) Kitchen Extract/Grease Training costs €800 for members and €1250 for non-members. Recertification programs cost €250.

Pricing tiers

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Core offering

EVHA is a European professional trade association that provides standardized training, certification (EVHT(A) Air Hygiene and EVHT(G) Kitchen Extract/Grease), and tiered membership services for duct cleaning and ventilation hygiene companies across 15 European countries. Its core offerings include paid certification programs, recertification pathways, published guidebooks, and access to a vetted professional network governed by European standards such as EN 15780 and VDI 2052.

Product overview

EVHA (European Ventilation Hygiene Association) is a professional association offering a unified portfolio of training programs, certifications, and membership services for ventilation hygiene professionals across Europe. The core offerings include EVHT(A) (Air Hygiene Duct Cleaning) and EVHT(G) (Kitchen Extract Duct Cleaning) certification programs, plus recertification pathways. EVHA operates three membership tiers: Regular (€1200/year) for duct cleaning companies, Vendor (€1500/year) for equipment/service suppliers, and Institutional (free) for universities and trade associations. Individual professionals can join as Associate Professionals (€200/year). The association also publishes specialized guidebooks on kitchen extract and HVAC ventilation hygiene management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• EVHT(A) Air Hygiene Training Certification Two-day in-person course focused on professional cleaning, inspection, and evaluation of indoor air ducts per European standard EN 15780, providing practical and theoretical knowledge for HVAC duct hygiene technicians.
• EVHT(G) Kitchen Extract / Grease Training Certification Three-day intensive course on professional cleaning and inspection of kitchen grease traps per VDI 2052 and EN 16282, emphasizing fire prevention, safety, and proper documentation for insurance and regulatory purposes.
• EVHT Recertification Programs Accredited recertification pathways required every 3 years to maintain EVHT certification validity. EVHT(A) recertification available online via open-book exam in multiple languages; EVHT(G) requires in-person attendance.
• EVHA Regular Membership Annual membership for ventilation hygiene companies (e.g., duct cleaning service providers) at €1,200/year, granting access to EVHT certification pathways, training, networking events, vendor partner discounts, and industry standards resources.
• EVHA Vendor Membership Annual membership for equipment, materials, and service suppliers to the ventilation hygiene industry at €1,500/year, providing access to the EVHA member network, AGM exhibitions, and promotional opportunities with certified companies.
• EVHA Institutional Membership Free annual membership for universities, trade associations, and research organizations interested in duct cleaning and indoor air quality, enabling collaboration on research, standards development, and industry education.
• EVHA Associate Professional Membership Individual professional status at €200/year for individuals who want to follow EVHA activities, access selected knowledge, and participate in the professional network without representing an EVHA-certified company. Includes access to the EVHA Knowledge Base, Newsletter, Guidebooks, and selected events.
• EVHA Guidebooks (Kitchen Extract and HVAC Ventilation Hygiene) Published reference guidebooks including the EVHA Guide to Kitchen Extract Ductwork Cleaning, Maintenance and Fire Safety, and the EVHA Guide to Cleaning & Hygienic Management of Ventilation Systems. Free for members; non-members pay €200 per guide.

Quantifiable outcome

• EVHT certification recognized across Europe for compliance with EN15780 and industry hygiene expectations
• +1 more outcomes

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Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• NADCA (National Air Duct Cleaners Association): The US-based trade association for HVAC cleaning professionals. Directly comparable to EVHA as both serve as the primary certification and standards body for duct cleaning technicians in their respective regions, with analogous ASCS/CSCS certifications and member-based governance.

Broad incumbents

• BESA (Building Engineering Services Association):

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

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