If you are spending more on energy than you calculate you should be for a building of your size, then thermal imaging is unrivalled as a tool to help locate the sources of energy loss.

We will survey your building internally and externally to locate any 'hot' or 'cold' areas. Where potential anomalies are discovered, we will will focus our efforts in these areas. We then use our knowledge and experience to identify from the images the likely cause of any hot or cold areas, and to identify an appropriate course of action for you to take.

Preparation for your survey: -

1.     Heat your building to its normal operating temperature

A temperature difference (internal to external) of at least 10 degrees C is required to allow the survey to go ahead

2.     Close all vents and windows

3.     Leave all curtains and blinds open

We will usually schedule your survey for times of the day when the sun has a minimal heating effect on the house. This often means that our surveys are conducted in the evening or early morning, or on cloudy days.

Uneven wall temperatures (and hot spots) may indicate problems with cavity wall insulation

 

Thermal imaging is a great tool to locate uninsulated sections of wall - your experienced thermographer should be able to interpret the patterns. In this case the whole wall is uninsulated - lathe and plater on 600mm stone.

Use thermal imaging to find out whether insulation exists or only partially exists as below

The house below was built in 2009 had not been properly completed - sections of insulation were either missing or had been incorrectly fitted. Additionally as a result of the poor fitting of insulation, cool air was allowed to move within the walls - cooling the property further. This came from a client who asked "Why is my new house cold?" 

Identify dampness on walls using thermal imaging

Often amongst the most useful images recorded images, are those that identify the unexpected - like this image highlighting an uninsulated section at the top of the wall. 

Check for air leaks on new buildings using thermal imaging

The impact of closing blinds can be easily seen though infrared camera

Some heat loss problems are easy to fix  - once identified using thermal imaging - like this uninsulated hot water pipe running for 20m immediately below a single glazed window

If your role is to encourage others to save energy then some images - like the one below - speak louder than words! 

 

The uninsulated steam and water pipes that are losing most energy can quickly be identified using thermal imaging

 

Once identified and prioritised, energy leaks due to poor insulation of hot water and steam pipes can easily be reduced, often within a minimal payback period. Specialist companies like ISO Covers Ltd based in Staffordshire provide custom made coverings where required.

 

To find out more, or to book a survey please call on 01357 520557 or e-mail to info@thermalimageuk.com