Commercial Heat Loss Inspections
Thermascan offers professional thermal imaging building surveys designed for commercial and industrial properties. Using advanced infrared cameras, we identify heat loss, insulation defects, and thermal bridging, with certified Level 2 thermographers ensuring compliance with industry standards like BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method). These non-invasive inspections help property managers and facilities teams improve energy performance, reduce costs, and meet sustainability goals.
How a Thermal Imaging Building Survey Works
A high-resolution infrared camera scans your property’s exterior and interior to produce thermal images that reveal hidden energy losses. These images show areas of poor insulation, air leaks, moisture intrusion, and structural issues, supporting precise, cost-effective repairs.
Key processes include:
Detecting insulation gaps and thermal bridges
Locating air leakage points around windows and doors
Moisture and dampness detection behind walls
Assessing overall thermal performance of building envelopes
This technology makes invisible problems visible, enabling targeted upgrades and long-term savings.
BREEAM Compliance
Thermascan's building surveys are completed to BREEAM Standards by Level 2 certified field engineers.
Integrating Thermal Imaging with Leak & Moisture Testing
For a complete picture of your building’s energy performance, combine thermal surveys with air tightness testing. This dual approach not only highlights thermal leaks but also quantifies overall building envelope airtightness. It offers actionable insights to reduce energy loss, satisfy BREEAM requirements, and improve occupant comfort.
Ensuring Heat Loss Survey Accuracy
Professional thermographic surveys require specific environmental conditions for accurate results:
Temperature Requirements
Minimum 10°C temperature difference between interior and exterior for at least 24 hours
Stable internal heating maintained at 20-22°C prior to survey
Consistent ambient conditions during survey execution
Environmental Factors
Dry building surfaces (no recent precipitation)
Wind speeds below 10 m/s to prevent cooling effects
Survey timing*conducted at night or early morning to avoid solar radiation effects
Clear access to all internal and external areas being assessed
What to Expect from Your Thermal Inspection Report
Our reports help facilities managers, contractors, and property owners make informed decisions on energy upgrades and maintenance priorities. Following the survey, you will receive a detailed report featuring:
Annotated thermal images showing points of heat loss, moisture, and insulation issues
Clear, prioritised recommendations for improvements
Compliance documentation suitable for energy performance certification
Drone-Based Building Thermal Surveys
For extensive properties, warehouses, high-rise office towers, or sites with challenging access, we deploy drone-based thermal imaging systems. Drone surveys cover large surface areas quickly, reduce safety risks, and reach difficult-to-access elevations, delivering comprehensive, detailed thermal maps of building exteriors and roofs.
This technology is ideal for:
Large commercial facilities
Industrial complexes
Multi-storey buildings needing quick turnaround and thorough coverage.
Book a Building Thermal Survey
Discover hidden heat loss and optimise your commercial building’s energy efficiency with Thermascan. Contact us today and our expert team will be happy to guide you through the process, ensuring you get detailed insights into how thermal imaging can support your cost saving and sustainability initiatives.
FAQs
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A thermal imaging survey uses infrared cameras to show temperature differences on a building’s surfaces so you can see where heat is escaping, where insulation is missing, or where moisture is present.
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A BREEAM survey is an assessment that documents a building’s thermal and environmental performance to provide evidence for BREEAM credits.
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A BREEAM thermographic survey requires a certified Category/Level 2 thermographer and diagnostic survey conditions (dry surfaces, low wind and a suitable inside–outside temperature differential).
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No, standard thermal cameras do not detect most gas leaks; gas detection requires specialised optical gas imaging (OGI) cameras or dedicated gas sensors.