Professional Thermal Imaging Inspections
Thermal imaging is a non-invasive inspection method that allows temperature differences and heat patterns to be examined without unnecessary disruption. It can help identify areas that may require closer investigation and provide valuable supporting evidence when assessing a property or building system.
AMS Thermography provides professional thermal imaging inspections for a range of applications, including damp and moisture investigations, electrical inspections, underfloor heating diagnosis, insulation defects and building investigations.
Thermal Imaging Applications
Thermal imaging can be used across a range of building and property investigations. Some of the areas we can assist with include:
- Damp & Moisture Investigations – Helping identify temperature patterns and areas that may indicate hidden moisture or require further investigation.
- Electrical Inspections – Identifying abnormal heat patterns that may indicate potential faults, overheating or poor connections.
- Underfloor Heating Diagnosis – Checking heat distribution and helping identify areas where an underfloor heating system may not be operating as expected.
- Insulation & Heat Loss – Identifying temperature differences that may indicate missing, damaged or poorly performing insulation.
- Building Investigations – Using thermal imaging as a non-invasive tool to support the investigation of building defects and areas of concern.
- Preventative & Maintenance Inspections – Providing thermal evidence that can support routine maintenance, preventative checks and further investigation where required.
Thermal Imaging in Practice
Thermal imaging can reveal temperature differences and cold areas within the building fabric, helping direct further investigation into damp, condensation, insulation and heat-loss concerns.
Underfloor Heating Diagnosis
Thermal imaging can visualise heat distribution within underfloor heating systems, helping identify pipe routes, uneven heating and areas that may require further investigation.
Electrical Thermography
Electrical thermography can identify abnormal heat patterns within electrical equipment, helping highlight potential overheating, poor connections and components that may require further investigation or maintenance.
Example of heat-related cable damage identified during an electrical inspection.
Why Use Thermal Imaging?
Thermal imaging allows temperature patterns to be assessed quickly and without damaging or opening up surfaces. Used alongside other inspection methods, it can help direct attention to areas that may require closer examination and provide useful supporting evidence.
- Non-Invasive Inspection – Investigate temperature patterns without unnecessary disruption to the property.
- Identify Areas of Concern – Highlight unusual hot or cold areas that may warrant further investigation.
- Support Diagnosis – Thermal images can be considered alongside visual inspection, moisture testing and other findings to help build a clearer picture.
- Clear Visual Evidence – Thermal images can provide useful supporting evidence as part of an inspection and professional report.
What You Receive
Following the inspection, we explain our findings clearly and provide a professional report where required, including relevant thermal images and practical recommendations for any appropriate next steps.
The findings are considered in the context of the inspection, helping you understand what the thermal patterns may indicate and whether any further investigation or action is recommended.
Need a Thermal Imaging Inspection?
Whether you require thermal imaging for a damp or moisture investigation, building heat loss, insulation concerns, underfloor heating or an electrical inspection, contact AMS Thermography to discuss your requirements. We’ll explain how thermal imaging may assist and recommend the appropriate next steps.