Thermal Imaging Surveys

Can thermography be added to other surveys?

Yes — combining thermography with TM44 inspections or energy audits gives much higher diagnostic value for a small additional fee.

What does a thermal report include?

Scope, environmental conditions, equipment used, paired thermal and visual images, findings, severity ratings, recommendations and stated limitations of the survey.

When is the best time of year for thermography?

It depends on the question — building fabric and heat-loss work favours colder months with a 10°C+ temperature differential; electrical and PV work runs year-round.

What equipment do you use?

Calibrated FLIR thermal cameras (research-grade and standard handheld) paired with visual imagery, plus drone-mounted thermal for large roofs and PV arrays where access is restricted.

Is thermography non-destructive?

Yes — entirely. No intrusion, no disruption to operations and no shutdown required. Most surveys are completed alongside normal building use.

Are your thermographers certified?

Yes — our thermographers hold ITC / PCN Category 1 or 2 certification with extensive building, M&E and PV experience.

Can you survey PV arrays for faults?

Yes — drone thermography identifies underperforming strings, hotspots, bypass diode failures and cell defects across rooftop and ground-mount arrays.

Will thermography pick up moisture in flat roofs?

Often yes — wet insulation retains heat differently from dry insulation, so a well-timed survey can map moisture ingress without core sampling.

How quickly can you produce a report?

Standard reports are issued within 5–10 working days of the survey. Critical electrical hotspot findings are flagged the same day verbally.

Can thermography support insurance or warranty claims?

Yes — independent thermographic evidence is regularly used to support insurance, warranty, latent defect and contractor performance claims.