Thermal Imaging

Using specialised thermal, infrared imaging cameras we are able to complete forensic building inspections to asses various defects that are invisible to the naked eye.

This cutting-edge technology is critical in assessing the energy efficiency of buildings and can detect defects in insulation installations. Using radiant heat measurements we are able to locate missing insulation and locate thermal bridges (typical locations where condensation occurs and which lead to mould growth).

There is no need for any intrusive building work.

An independent insulation assessment will check, verify or disprove the claims of an insulation ‘contractor’ before unnecessary, or even dangerous products are sold or installed.

For recent home energy upgrades we provide an essential service to check and ensure that your recent home-grant installation has been completed accurately and in accordance with regulations.

Thermal imaging technology is also used to locate water leaks within structures, in roofing systems or within water pipe networks. Thermal images can locate irregularities in heating supply or vent extraction ducts and are capable of identifying air leakage points within buildings. This is particularly useful in buildings that are required to comply with air permeability tests under the current building regulations.

Thermal images are able to provide an early detection of potential electrical defects including loose terminal connections, overloaded circuits or overheating wiring which can lead to fire.

It is our belief that all property inspections should include thermal image assessments as standard.

Architectural thermal image showing the location of a water leak from a defective ridge cap tile.

Roof leakage from defective ridge cap.

This image was taken during a forensic architectural audit using a thermal camera. The image shows the location of missing ceiling insulation.

Missing and improper insulation installation.

Thermal image capturing missing insulation in an attic door hatch as well as missing insulation around recessed downlights.

Missing attic hatch insulation.

Architectural thermal image showing the effects and damage of a leaking roof. The image shows a saturated timber joist that would not be visible by the naked eye.

Saturated joist following roof leak.

Thermal image of a laundry ceiling showing missing insulation in a bathroom above the shower.

Missing insulation above shower.

This is an image captured by a thermal camera during an architectural inspection. The image shows missing roof insulation and a wall totally saturated with water.

Missing roof insulation and saturated wall reveal.

Forensic thermal image showing a significant thermal bridge caused by roof joists and missing insulation.

Thermal bridge from missing insulation.

Thermal image showing fibre insulation that is saturate following a roof leak. The image dark colour of the images shows the presence of significant water.

Saturated insulation below roof leak.

This image is a full-colour thermal image showing missing insulation above an attic door hatch.

Missing attic hatch insulation.

Insulation-related thermal imaging is most effective when conducted during the colder months when there is a greater temperature variance between inside and outside. Autumn is best and will allow sufficient time for remedial work to be completed before winter sets in. Inspections in the early hours of the morning are ideal and best completed in winter, spring or fall. If an an inspection during summer is required it is best to schedule this mid-afternoon.

Pitched roof leaks are best detected while it is actually raining or shortly thereafter.

Electrical inspections need to be conducted while the electrical system is under load and we will ask you to switch on selected appliance or components.

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