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What is Thermal Imaging?š”ļøš·
Thermal Imaging, also known as 'Thermography' is the process where a thermal camera captures and creates an image of an object by using infrared radiation emitted from the object in view. The camera is sensitive to infra-red and makes 'temperature map' images. The images show problems with insulation, draughts and damp through a colour scale.
How do I do it?
- The process of using a thermal imaging camera is fairly simple however some camera loan schemes offer training along side.
- The imaging appears on the camera screen and records images that can be downloaded and used as a reference for home improvements or minor adjustments like draught excluders.
What are the benefits?
- Improved comfort through warmer and less draughty homes
- Reduction in energy bills
- Reduced carbon emissions
When can I do it?
- The best time of year to carry out thermal imaging is when the external temperature is largely different to the internal temperature of the home, recommended between November and March.
Where can I get a camera?
- There are many organisations that offer camera loan schemes with varying services available, just search for 'thermal imaging camera in my area'.
- The Letchworth Garden Shed - A Library of Things has a thermal imaging camera in stock to be borrowed. Head to the LGS website to arrange your camera loan.
- If you live in the Royston area then you may find it useful to access the cameras available to loan via the Cambridge Carbon Footprint loan scheme. Find out more on the Cambridge Carbon Footprint's website