Visualising building performance to identify defects and heat loss.
Thermographic surveys use thermal imaging technology to visualise temperature differences across a building’s fabric, allowing heat loss, insulation defects, and air leakage pathways to be identified quickly and non-invasively. These surveys are suitable for both new and existing buildings, across domestic and commercial sectors.
MES Building Solutions provide professional thermographic surveys to support quality assurance, defect investigation, and performance verification. Surveys are often used alongside building surveys and air leakage testing to provide a clear, evidence-based understanding of how a building is performing and where targeted improvements can deliver the greatest benefit.
Non-Invasive Assessments
Assessment of building without disruption to occupants or operations
Clear Visual Evidence
Thermal imagery highlighting heat loss, air leakage, and insulation continuity issues
Whole-Building Diagnostics
Identification of thermal bridging and system-related heat losses
Remediation Advice
Clear recommendations to support cost-effective remedial measures
When a Thermographic Survey is Needed
Thermal imaging surveys are particularly valuable where there are performance concerns that cannot be identified through visual inspection alone, or where evidence is needed to inform remedial works.
Our Thermographic Survey Process
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Survey Planning
Review of building type, access, and conditions to ensure meaningful thermal imaging results
02
On-Site Thermal Imaging
Professional thermal inspection carried out under suitable environmental conditions
03
Analysis & Interpretation
Identification of anomalies, defects, and performance issues within the building fabric
04
Reports & Support
Technical report presenting findings with imagery and practical remediation advice
What Our Surveys Cover
Our thermographic surveys include:
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