Thermal imaging survey in Chelmsford
We carry out a thermal imaging survey in Chelmsford and across Essex, starting with a visit that is priced before you book.
We cover postcodes including CM1 and CM2, inside the Essex council area.
Where we work around Chelmsford
As the crow flies, Chelmsford is roughly 17 miles from Southend-on-Sea.
We also cover Billericay, Witham, Maldon and Wickford.
| Postcode districts | CM1, CM2 |
|---|---|
| Council area | Essex |
| County or area | Essex |
What is a thermal imaging survey?
Thermal images work best when the house is heated and the outdoor temperature is low, ideally at least 10°C lower than indoors, so surveys are booked for cold mornings or evenings. We image the top-floor ceilings, the room-in-roof if you have one and the loft, and explain what each cold patch is likely to be. More about a thermal imaging survey.
- Recommendations, with prices if asked
- Annotated report
- Infrared images of ceilings and the roof
Why book with us in Chelmsford
Plain-English advice
We explain what we find in plain English, and say so when nothing needs doing.
Clear contact details
Your quote says who to call with questions before, during and after the work.
No pressure selling
You get everything in writing and decide in your own time.
Written findings
You get photos and a plain list of what we found and what we would do about it.
How much does a thermal imaging survey cost in Chelmsford?
This work is not an energy-saving material for VAT, so it is standard-rated if VAT applies. Where it is done alongside insulation, the quote shows each part separately.
Building regulations in England
In England, a loft insulated across more than half its area should reach a U-value of 0.16 W/m²K. Insulation alone is not usually notified to building control. How the rules work across the UK.
Questions about a thermal imaging survey in Chelmsford
How do I pay for work in Chelmsford?
Payment terms are set out on your quote. We never ask for payment on the doorstep or in cash.
What do I need to do before you arrive in Chelmsford?
Clear a path to the hatch and, if you can, move stored items away from the area we will be working in. Tell us about anything heavy or fragile.
Do you charge extra to travel to Chelmsford?
Not normally. Our guide prices include normal travel to Chelmsford. If an address needs a ferry or an unusually long journey, we tell you the cost before you book.
Is a thermal imaging survey worth it?
It is most useful where a problem is hard to find or you want to check someone else's work. For a simple loft you can see into, a standard survey is usually enough.
When is the best time for a thermal imaging survey?
On a cold, still, dry day with the heating on for several hours. Bright sun or rain on the roof makes outside images unreliable.
