Thermal Imaging Survey in Ranelagh
Infrared surveys that show where your home loses heat, where insulation is missing, and where damp is likely. Covering Ranelagh village, Sandford Road, Beechwood and the surrounding area.
Thermal Imaging Surveys for Ranelagh homes
Ranelagh's red-brick terraces lose heat through their solid front and rear walls, the rear return in particular, and through floors, chimneys and sashes. A thermal survey shows the relative size of each loss and highlights cold corners in rear rooms where mould tends to appear. With front elevations protected, the images guide internal insulation on the walls that matter most and point out the rear walls where external insulation may be possible.
How homes in Ranelagh lose heat
Solid 9-inch brick walls, suspended timber floors, open chimneys and large sash windows mean many Ranelagh homes rate E to G. Rear returns are often a mix of original brick and later block additions, so heat loss differs from front to back. Draughts are a large share of the loss.
Typical housing: Victorian and Edwardian red-brick terraces, typically three windows wide, with high-ceilinged period interiors and long rear gardens.
How thermal imaging survey works
A thermal imaging camera reads the surface temperature of walls, ceilings, floors and windows. When there is a good temperature difference between inside and outside, heat escaping through a weak spot shows up clearly: a gap in attic insulation, an uninsulated lintel, a cold corner where condensation and mould tend to start, or a draught path around a window frame.
Thermal Imaging Survey in Ranelagh: questions
Do you carry out thermal imaging survey in Ranelagh?
Yes. We cover Ranelagh and the surrounding Dublin area, including Ranelagh village, Sandford Road, Beechwood. Victorian and Edwardian red-brick terraces, typically three windows wide, with high-ceilinged period interiors and long rear gardens.
Is there a grant for thermal imaging survey in Ranelagh?
There is no standalone SEAI grant for a thermal imaging survey. It is often the cheapest way to make sure grant-funded insulation goes where it does the most good. Grant amounts are set nationally by SEAI and change from time to time, so check seai.ie before applying. We confirm what your home is likely to qualify for during the survey.
When is the best time for a thermal imaging survey?
Thermal imaging needs a clear temperature difference between inside and outside, so the heating season from October to April gives the clearest results. Early morning or evening surveys avoid sunshine warming the walls.
Can a thermal camera see damp?
Damp areas often show as cooler patches because evaporation cools the surface, and cold surfaces are where condensation forms. The camera points to likely problem areas, which we then check with a moisture meter where needed.
Will it show whether my cavity wall insulation is complete?
Yes, gaps or settled areas in cavity fill usually show as warmer patches on the outside of the wall in winter, because more heat escapes through them. It is a quick way to check older fills.
Book a free survey in Ranelagh.
We cover Ranelagh and the surrounding area. Tell us about your home and we will arrange a visit, usually within a week.