Thermal Imaging
Building Energy Surveyors utilise thermal imaging technology in the inspection of buildings, it offers our customers a non intrusive method of identifying defects due to poor construction. Our team will analyse thermal images of your building and define corrections to the defects which will increase the building efficiency.
What is Thermal Imaging?
Thermal images are produced by a thermographic camera which captures infrared radiation emitted by objects based on their temperature. Infrared radiation is not visible to the human eye but can be captured by thermographic cameras.
Why Use Thermal Imaging?
- Construction Defects: Thermal imaging can easily detect heat loss and air permeability in a building due to poor construction.
- Pipe Detection: It is difficult to determine the location of pipes in walls and floors; thermal imaging can be used to detect their location.
- Leak Detection: Determining the exact location of a pipe leak in plaster or concrete can be costly and disruptive; with thermal imaging you can find them easily.
- Renovations: The use of thermal imaging technology can be vital before, during and after renovations to ensure the correct construction methods are utilised.
- Quality Assurance: Thermal imaging can used to detect the quality of construction, for example the installation of insulation (pumping of cavity wall in older buildings).
- Insurance Claims: Thermal images can be used in property insurance claims by the insurance company or the property owner as indicative evidence to achieve an appropriate settlement.
- Fire Prevention: The danger of fire by overheating surfaces can be identified by thermal images.
- Air Pressure Testing: During air pressure testing, uncontrolled airflow can be identified using thermal imaging technology. The airflow through these elements can then be sealed to eliminate heat loss and reduce energy.
