Thermographic Surveys
At Melin Energy Consultants, we provide professional thermographic surveys designed to give you clear insight into your building’s thermal performance. With our UKTA Level 2 certified surveyors operating nationwide, we carefully identify defects, verify construction quality, and ensure compliance with BREEAM and wider energy performance standards.
Whether you are working on a new build or a refurbishment, our expert team delivers accurate, evidence-based results. Consequently, you can address hidden issues before handover, improve energy efficiency, and gain confidence that your building performs as intended. So, to find out more or arrange a survey, please contact our team today.
What Is a Thermographic Survey?
Thermographic surveys capture infrared images of building surfaces to detect temperature variations that may indicate:
Heat loss through walls, roofs, and floors
Missing or poorly installed insulation
Thermal bridging
Unintended air leakage paths
The survey provides visual, verifiable evidence that a building has been constructed in line with its design intent.
BREEAM Thermography & Compliance
Our surveys are recognised under BREEAM New Construction and BREEAM Domestic Refurbishment schemes. Credits can be achieved under the Man 04 commissioning and handover section.
Surveys conducted by UKTA Level 2 thermographic surveyors
Reports produced in accordance with BS EN 13187
Evidence supports energy performance verification and compliance
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When Is A Thermographic Survey Carried Out?
Thermographic surveys are typically carried out once the building envelope is complete and heating systems are operational. However, to ensure reliable results, surveys require suitable environmental conditions, for example:
A minimum internal-to-external temperature difference of 10°C
Dry weather with low wind speeds
Minimal solar influence on external surfaces
These conditions are important because they allow our infrared cameras to accurately detect heat loss, insulation gaps, and unintended air leakage without interference from external factors.
What Will The Survey Confirm?
Our inspections can confirm:
Insulation continuity across walls, roofs, floors, and junctions
Identification of thermal bridges that cause heat loss
Unintended air leakage paths
Overall thermal integrity of the building envelope
Effectiveness of installed insulation and heating systems
Areas of energy inefficiency that could increase running costs
Compliance with BREEAM and energy performance standards
By detecting hidden defects that may not be visible to the naked eye, our surveys allow contractors to carry out targeted remedial works before handover.
Our Survey Process
Review drawings and specifications to understand risk areas
Site inspection using calibrated infrared cameras
Analysis of thermograms to detect issues
Detailed report with annotated images and practical recommendations
Why Choose Melin?
At Melin Energy Consultants, our UKTA Level 2 certified surveyors deliver accurate, reliable thermographic surveys nationwide. We provide clear, evidence-based reports and help ensure BREEAM and energy compliance. What’s more, our surveys identify hidden defects to improve thermal performance, energy efficiency, and overall building integrity.
Arrange Your Thermographic Survey
Contact Melin Energy Consultants to arrange a professional thermographic survey. Our inspections give you confidence that your building performs as intended, meets compliance requirements, and supports long-term energy efficiency.