Thermal insulation survey in Sidmouth
Looking for professional thermal insulation survey help in Sidmouth? Hembury Contracting provides reliable drone services across Sidmouth and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
Free quote
Typical Duration
2-3 hrs
Location
Sidmouth
Whole-property thermal imaging survey using our DJI Matrice 4 Thermal drone. Maps heat loss through walls, roof, windows, and doors - showing you exactly where your energy bills are going and where insulation is failing.
Stop Heating the Street
You're paying to heat your home. But how much of that warmth is escaping straight through the walls, roof, and windows? In older Devon properties, the answer is often shocking.
A thermal insulation survey shows you exactly where the problems are - so you can fix the right things first.
💡 Pro tip: Even homes with "new" insulation can have gaps. Cavity wall insulation settles over time, and loft insulation gets compressed or disturbed. A thermal check reveals what's actually working.
Common Issues We Find
| Problem | Where | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Settled cavity insulation | External walls | Major heat loss through bare sections |
| Loft insulation gaps | Around hatches, pipes, edges | Heat pours through unprotected areas |
| Failed window seals | Double/triple glazing | Cold air leaking in around frames |
| Thermal bridging | Lintels, wall ties, junctions | Cold spots where metal conducts heat |
| Draughty doors | Front, back, patio doors | Air leakage you can feel but can't see |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Property Survey
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Aerial scan | Drone captures thermal view of roof and upper walls |
| Ground scan | Handheld thermal checks of lower walls, windows, doors |
| Analysis | Complete heat loss map of your property |
| Report | Findings, priorities, and recommendations |
📦 Deliverables
- Thermal images of all external surfaces
- Heat loss map showing problem areas
- Comparison with visual photos
- Priority list of improvements with estimated impact
⚠️ Drone services are quoted based on property size and scope - separate from our standard hourly rates. Contact us for a free quote.
Why Choose Us for Thermal insulation survey in Sidmouth?
Maps heat loss across your entire property
Identifies failed or missing wall insulation
Spots draughts around windows and doors
Helps prioritise insulation spending
What to Expect
Step 1: Discussion
I find out about your property - age, construction type, known issues, recent work. This helps focus the survey on likely problem areas.
Step 2: Survey
Aerial thermal imaging covers the roof and upper structure. Ground-level thermal checks cover walls, windows, doors, and ground floor. Every external surface is captured.
Step 3: Report
You get a complete thermal map of your property with clear annotations showing where heat is escaping and what to prioritise fixing first.
Our Sidmouth Service Coverage
We cover Sidmouth and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Sidmouth or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🏠 **Planning insulation work?** Get a thermal survey first. It shows you exactly which areas need attention, so you invest in the right improvements rather than blanket-treating everything. **Exeter's housing stock** is particularly varied - from Georgian city centre terraces with solid stone walls to 1960s estates with cavity walls. Each needs a different approach, and thermal imaging reveals what's actually going on behind the plaster. **Best done October to March** when the temperature difference between inside and outside is greatest. But worth doing any time if you have specific concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thermal insulation survey in Sidmouth
What's the difference between this and a thermal roof survey?
A roof survey focuses on the roof structure from above. An insulation survey covers the whole property - walls, windows, doors, roof, and ground floor. It's a complete thermal health check of your home, identifying everywhere heat is escaping.
Will it show if my cavity wall insulation has failed?
Yes - this is one of the most common things we find. Failed or settled cavity wall insulation shows up clearly as cold patches on the thermal image. You can see exactly which sections have failed rather than guessing.
My house has solid walls - is a thermal survey still useful?
Absolutely. Solid walls are the biggest heat loss culprit in older properties. A thermal survey shows you exactly how much heat you're losing and helps you decide whether internal or external insulation is worth the investment for your specific property.
Can I use the results for a grant application?
The thermal survey provides evidence of insulation performance that can support grant applications and energy improvement plans. Some local authority grants and ECO schemes accept thermal survey evidence as part of the assessment process.
How accurate is the temperature reading?
The DJI Matrice 4 Thermal uses a radiometric camera that records precise temperature data at every pixel - not just approximate colour ranges. It's accurate to within ±2°C, which is more than sufficient to identify problem areas.
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