See what the eye cannot.
Thermal imaging can help identify temperature differences, areas of heat loss, insulation defects, cold spots and draughts that may not be visible during an ordinary inspection.
A clearer picture of your property's thermal performance
Thermal imaging uses an infrared camera to display differences in surface temperature. Warmer and cooler areas appear as contrasting colours within the thermal image.
These temperature patterns can help indicate where heat may be escaping, where insulation may be missing or uneven, and where colder areas or draughts may be affecting comfort.
The inspection is visual and non-invasive. It can provide useful information before insulation work, following an installation or when investigating unexplained cold areas within a property.
Areas a thermal survey may help investigate
Thermal imaging highlights temperature differences. These patterns can help guide further investigation into possible defects or areas of poor thermal performance.
Heat Loss
Highlight colder surfaces and areas where heat may be escaping from the building.
Draughts and Air Leakage
Identify temperature patterns around doors, windows, floors and other possible leakage points.
Insulation Gaps
Help locate areas where insulation may be missing, disturbed or performing unevenly.
Cold Spots
Show colder sections of walls, ceilings and floors that may be affecting comfort.
Thermal Bridging
Highlight areas where building materials may allow heat to travel more readily through the structure.
Moisture Investigation
Cooler patterns can sometimes help identify areas requiring further moisture or damp investigation.
Find possible problems before deciding what work is needed
A thermal imaging survey can help you understand how heat moves through your property and identify areas that may benefit from closer inspection or improvement.
It can be particularly useful where rooms feel colder than expected, energy use appears unusually high or previous insulation work needs to be checked.
- Investigate unexplained cold rooms or surfaces
- Locate possible insulation gaps or uneven coverage
- Highlight draughts around doors and windows
- Support decisions about insulation improvements
- Check areas following completed insulation work
- Provide clear visual evidence of temperature differences
Thermal surveys for a range of property needs
Surveys can be tailored to the property and the particular concerns you would like investigated.
Investigate cold areas, draughts and possible heat loss.
Gain more information about thermal performance concerns.
Obtain additional insight before or after purchasing a property.
Explore cold spots and construction-related heat-loss patterns.
Check for visible temperature differences across treated areas.
Useful supporting information for property and maintenance work.
Your thermal imaging survey
We keep the process straightforward from your first enquiry through to discussing the findings.
Contact Us
Tell us about the property and the areas causing concern.
Appointment
We arrange a suitable date and explain how to prepare.
Visual Inspection
The property and relevant areas are visually assessed.
Thermal Scan
Thermal images are captured of the agreed areas.
Findings Explained
We discuss the visible temperature patterns and next steps.
See temperature differences clearly
Thermal imaging questions answered
Does the heating need to be switched on?
A useful temperature difference is normally needed between the inside and outside of the property. We will explain how to prepare when arranging your appointment.
Can thermal imaging be completed in summer?
Thermal imaging can be used at different times of year, but the conditions affect what can be seen. Surveys investigating building heat loss are generally most effective when there is a clear temperature difference between indoors and outdoors.
How long does a thermal imaging survey take?
The time required depends on the size of the property and the areas being investigated. We can provide a clearer estimate when you contact us.
Can thermal imaging detect damp?
Thermal imaging may show cooler temperature patterns that could be associated with moisture. It does not independently confirm the presence or cause of damp, so further investigation may be needed.
Can the camera see through walls?
No. A thermal camera measures temperature patterns on visible surfaces. It does not see through walls, floors or ceilings.
Will the survey damage my property?
No. Thermal imaging is a non-invasive process and does not require drilling into walls or removing building materials.
Can you check recently installed insulation?
Thermal imaging may help identify visible differences across insulated areas, although the results depend on the weather, internal temperature and access available at the time.
Book a thermal imaging survey
Contact Insulation and Thermal Solutions for a professional, non-invasive thermal survey across the West Midlands.