Start with what you have noticed
A thermal camera can reveal patterns that are hard to recognise by eye. Those patterns are useful when investigating heating routes and possible moisture, but they need interpretation. The camera records surface temperatures; it does not see through solid walls.
Turn an unusual pattern into a testable clue
We consider the heating conditions, floor or wall construction, surrounding temperature and likely pipe route. Thermal findings are compared with moisture observations and suitable pipe tests. This helps determine whether a pattern points towards a leak, an ordinary heat source or another explanation.
Signs that can prompt an investigation
- A suspected wet heating leak
- An unusual area of floor temperature
- Moisture near concealed warm pipes
- A heating route that needs assessment
Planning the visit
Tell us when the heating was last used and how it is controlled. Wait for advice before changing settings solely for an inspection.
What to be aware of
A method that may help
Thermal imaging cameras
Surface temperature patterns help guide an investigation into heating routes and possible moisture. The engineer selects the appropriate combination for the property.
Questions about this service
How do you investigate thermal imaging leak detection?
We consider the heating conditions, floor or wall construction, surrounding temperature and likely pipe route. Thermal findings are compared with moisture observations and suitable pipe tests. This helps determine whether a pattern points towards a leak, an ordinary heat source or another explanation.
What should I prepare?
Tell us when the heating was last used and how it is controlled. Wait for advice before changing settings solely for an inspection.
What does the £1,350 price include?
For an agreed residential job, £1,350 covers investigation, specialist detection, tracing, necessary access or excavation, the plumbing repair, parts, materials, post-repair testing and a Trace & Access report. The plumbing repair has a 12-month workmanship warranty. The total includes any applicable tax. Decorative and remedial reinstatement is excluded.
Do I need to identify the leak before enquiring?
No. Describe the actual symptoms, the full postcode and any earlier findings. The investigation establishes which system and methods are relevant; you do not need to open floors or choose detection equipment.
Where can I arrange this service?
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- Central heating leak detection — Find concealed heating-pipe leaks when pressure keeps falling.
- Underfloor heating leak detection — Targeted investigation for leaking water-based floor heating circuits.
- Damp & moisture investigation — Establish whether leaking plumbing is behind a persistent damp problem.
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